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Domaine des Comtes Lafon, Meursault 1er Cru Genevrieres 2000
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Reviewed by: Neal Martin
Tasted at Roberson’s Burgundy tasting. This has a lifted, very minerally nose with touches of hazelnut and smoke. Very good lift and clarity, real expression of the terroir here. The palate is supremely well balanced with real poise and definition. Vibrant, racy acidity, taut, touches of hazelnut, dried apricot, a touch of spice, superb delineation and length. Wonderful. Drink now-2020+ Tasted March 2010.
Reviewed by: Pierre Rovani
The gorgeous 2000 Meursault Genevrieres reveals juniper berries, spices, and anise in its aromatics. Rich, fat, and vinous, this is a spice fruit bomb with a sexy, fruit-forward character and a long, persistent finish. It is concentrated, deep, and dense. Drink this highly expressive wine over the course of the next 10-11 years. Importers: Various including Classic Wine Imports, Boston, MA; tel. (617) 731-6644, and Beaune Imports.
About the Producer
Domaine des Comtes Lafon is a renowned wine estate located in the Mâconnais region of Burgundy, France. The domain has been in the Lafon family's possession since the late 19th century, with Dominique Lafon leading the estate's operations since the 1980s. Domaine des Comtes Lafon is particularly renowned for its exceptional Chardonnay wines, which are produced from the domain's esteemed vineyards in Meursault, Volnay, and Monthélie. The estate's winemaking approach emphasizes minimal intervention, allowing the terroir to shine through in the wines. Domaine des Comtes Lafon is recognized as one of the top producers in the Mâconnais, known for its focus on quality, elegance, and minerality.
