Domaine des Comtes Lafon Meursault Clos de la Barre 2022
Domaine des Comtes Lafon · Domaine des Comtes Lafon
Dominique Lafon's biodynamic viticulture and restrained winemaking have made this domaine the benchmark for Meursault. The Clos de la Barre is their monopole — a walled vineyard behind the estate — and it consistently produces village-level Meursault that rivals many premier crus. The 2022 vintage offers immediate appeal with serious cellaring potential.
Nose
White flowers and citrus blossom lead, with toasted hazelnut and a subtle honeyed richness beneath. Mineral notes of crushed limestone and a whisper of butter emerge with time.
Palate
Medium-full body with a silky texture, showing layers of pear, citrus, and toasted almond. The mid-palate reveals a pronounced stony minerality and gentle vanilla from oak aging. Beautifully balanced between richness and acidity.
Finish
Long and focused, with lingering citrus, hazelnut, and a chalky mineral persistence.
- Varietal
- Chardonnay
- Blend
- 100% Chardonnay
- Vineyards
- Clos de la Barre (monopole), Meursault
- Alcohol
- 13.0%
- Organic / Biodynamic
- No
- Skin Contact
- No
Food Pairing
The wine's buttery texture and toasted nut notes are a natural bridge to the sweetness of the lobster and the richness of brown butter, while its mineral acidity prevents the pairing from becoming cloying.
Dominique Lafon converted his family's storied Meursault estate to biodynamic farming in the early 2000s, and the Clos de la Barre — a walled monopole vineyard steps from the winery — has since become one of Burgundy's most prized village-level whites.
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