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Domaine des Comtes Lafon, Meursault Desiree 2023
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Reviewed by: Neal Martin
The 2023 Meursault Désirée, which had been racked in July, has a perfumed nose that leans a little more toward Puligny in style. It is a touch more malic than other cuvées. The palate is well balanced, quite strict and linear in style, with a fine bead of acidity and a dab of stem ginger on the finish. Drink over the next decade.
Reviewed by: William Kelley
The 2023 Meursault Désirée is lovely, wafting from the glass with notes of orange oil, apple and citrus blossom and sweet stone fruits. Medium to full-bodied, satiny and layered, it's suave and sensual, with a fleshy core that segues into a long, elegantly chalky finish.
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.
