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Domaine des Comtes Lafon, Meursault 1er Cru Les Charmes 2018
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Reviewed by: Neal Martin
The 2018 Meursault Les Charmes 1er Cru has a slightly more reserved bouquet than the Genevrières, focused but introspective at the moment, with touches of shale and limestone infusing the citrus fruit. The palate is very sensual and smooth on the entry, slightly honeyed and more open than the aromatics, with peach and honeydew melon toward the slightly waxy-textured finish. Superb.
Reviewed by: William Kelley
The 2018 Meursault 1er Cru Charmes is also showing very well, revealing aromas of pear, crisp yellow orchard fruit, fresh peach, almond paste and white flowers, followed by a medium to full-bodied, satiny and muscular palate that's deep, concentrated and structured, with more texture and a more introverted profile than the more expressive Genevrières. This is another great bottle in the making.
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.
