2019 Domaine des Comtes Lafon Meursault Clos de la Barre [D94][JM93][WA91-93][V90-92]

Producer: Domaine des Comtes Lafon Region: Meursault, Cote de Beaune, Burgundy, France Varietal: Chardonnay Year: 2019   Decanter, 94 Points  "The oldest vines in this 2.12ha Lafon monopole were planted in 1950. Although it was picked fairly late, the biodynamically-farmed vines managed to retain a vibrant acidity, with the aromas beginning with citrus peel and ripe pear, before revealing the spice and butter notes imparted by the cask ageing. On the palate, there is a marvellously juicy texture and a lingering finish that make this a wine to age. Drinking Window 2021 - 2034." Jasper Morris, 93 Points  "Pale green touch to the colour. You can taste the ripeness of the fruit flavours. Not too exotic but there are some ripe citrus notes nonetheless. The fruit concentration is very powerful and needs this level of acidity. Very youthful, and not nearly as heavy as some wines from this vintage."  Wine Advocate, 91-93 Points  "Aromas of pear, orange peel, honeycomb, toasted almonds and whit