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Domaine des Comtes Lafon, Meursault 1er Cru Les Gouttes d'Or 2016
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Reviewed by: Neal Martin
The 2016 Meursault Goutte d’Or has impressive delineation on the nose, much more than the Meursault Boucheres, sporting better tension and vigor. The palate is quite tensile on the opening, less mellifluous than the Boucheres and demonstrating greater terroir expression. This is certainly showing more potential than other barrel samples from the domaine, though I would afford it a couple of years in bottle.
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.
