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Domaine des Comtes Lafon, Meursault 1er Cru Porusots 2017
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Reviewed by: William Kelley
The 2017 Meursault 1er Cru Porusots exhibits aromas of green orchard fruit, dried white flowers and toasted nuts, framed by a touch of toasty new oak. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, satiny and saline, concluding with a pure finish.
Reviewed by: Neal Martin
The 2017 Meursault Porusots 1er Cru is taut and focused on the nose, tight at first, but then aeration reveals some lovely walnut and smoky aromas, and good mineralité tucked in just behind. The palate is well balanced with a fine bead of acidity, quite concentrated and tensile, although it does not quite deliver the precision of the top Premier Crus toward the finish. Still, this Meursault has a bit of swagger about it. Tasted blind at the annual Burgfest tasting in Savigny-lès-Beaune.
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.
