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| Community Tasting Notes (average 90.4 pts. and median of 90 pts. in 11 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by DoubleMagnum on 4/9/2021 & rated 87 points: Medium ruby in color. Clear, clean nose of medium intensity. Notes of red fruit, cranberry, raspberry some spice. It smells as if it we're from a cool vintage. The nose makes me think of Thanksgiving. Dry on the palate. Medium acidity medium-plus tannins and medium alcohol. It actually feels bone dry. There is an excessive amount of grip on this. It feels austere tight and ungiving. OK bottle. Price is high for the experience. If Lafon performed like this on a difficult vintage, I'd go second tier on producer and get a better vintage. (1415 views) | | | Tasted by schan109 on 10/30/2020 & rated 91 points: Bottle breathe for 2 hours, and then double decant before serving. Quite reserved on both nose and palate. Not fully open up. Fruit is good and it needs time to show its complexity and finishing - probably will try again in a few years time (1343 views) | | | Tasted by Miceri on 6/27/2020 & rated 93 points: Dark red; fruity licorice nose; smooth, soft, tasty, broad, long aftertaste, slightly dry ending but not much; followed it over the last 5 years, seems to be in its prime right now (1448 views) | | | Tasted by GeorgeGj on 10/16/2019: Not sure if this was a bad bottle but did not have a good experience at all. So tart, high acid barely any fruit.
There is no way to justify spending that much for this. (1706 views) | | | Tasted by Miceri on 10/31/2018 & rated 92 points: Medium red; nice fresh fruity nose, ripe dark berries; smooth and agreeable, a bit of strawberry and licorice, a bit dry tannic ending, long slightly woody aftertaste; very likeable (1986 views) | | | Tasted by HDW55 on 3/18/2018 & rated 90 points: Very Light on the palate. Still a bit complex but very much on the downside of the bell curve. Hard to comment beyond that because it is no longer what it once was. There's a hint of former greatness but no more than that. Drink'em if you've gottem. (1355 views) | | | Tasted by Musigny Max on 2/21/2017 & rated 88 points: A bit disappointing. Not bad - still enjoyable, but not up to the standards of the price point or producer. Dark berry fruit, a fuller/bigger style of Volnay. Just seemed lacking some finesse, a bit rough around the edges. Maybe more age would do this wine well. (1702 views) | | | Tasted by ravikalaga on 4/28/2016 & rated 94 points: First time tasting a Volnay or a Lafon; what a great introduction. Fruity aroma's; very delicate and balanced; did not over-power any of the senses and we almost finished the wine. I will remember this for the soft texture, not too long of a finish but definitely asking for a refill again & again. (1795 views) | | | Tasted by Miceri on 3/17/2016: Medium dark clear red; rich fruity but also somewhat sharp nose; fruity somewhat restrained attack, slightly green impression with dark berries, fruit currently somewhat hidden behind tannins / an "iron fist" but does show a little of itself; fine, but probably needs more time to soften (1543 views) | | | Tasted by Frijole on 5/15/2014: Nose: blackberry, spice, white pepper, cinnamon
Pal: blackberry, spice, white pepper, vanilla, complex
Feel: medium, savory
Finish: medium
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| By Jasper Morris
Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy, Lockdown Wines – April/May 2020 (4/1/2020)
(Volnay, Domaine des Comtes Lafon, Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Antonio Galloni
Vinous, 2011 Red Burgundy: Three Sides of a Coin (Mar 2014)
(Comtes Lafon Volnay Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Allen Meadows
Burghound, April 2013, Issue #50
(Domaine Comtes Lafon Volnay Villages Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Stephen Tanzer
Vinous, January/February 2013, IWC Issue #166
(Domaine des Comtes Lafon Volnay) Subscribe to see review text. | By Jancis Robinson, MW
JancisRobinson.com (11/30/2012)
(Dom des Comtes Lafon Volnay Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By John Gilman
View From the Cellar, Nov/Dec 2012, Issue #42, The Extremely Elegant, Low Octane and Unquestionably Outstanding 2011 Vintage in Burgundy.
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| Domaine des Comtes Lafon Producer websitePinot Noir Varietal character (Appellation America) | Varietal article (Wikipedia)
Pinot Noir is the Noble red grape of Burgundy, capable of ripening in a cooler climate, which Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot will not reliably do. It is unpredictable and difficult both to grow and to vinify, but results in some of the finest reds in the world. It is believed to have been selected from wild vines two thousand years ago. It is also used in the production of champagne. In fact, more Pinot Noir goes into Champagne than is used in all of the Cote d'Or! It is also grown in Alsace, Jura, Germany, the U.S., Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Romania, Switzerland, Austria, Croatia, Serbia, Italy, and so forth, with varying degrees of success.
Pinot Noir is one of the world's most prestigious grapes. It is very difficult to grow and thrives well in France, especially in Champagne and Burgundy. Pinot Noir thrives less in hot areas, is picky on soil, and deserves some oak storage.
Pinot Noir, or Blauburgunder / Spätburgunder in German, is a blue grapevine - and, as the German name suggests, the grape comes originally from Burgundy in France.
The grape, which thrives in calcareous soils, is used primarily for the production of red wine, and it is widely regarded as producing some of the best wines in the world. The wine style is often medium-bodied with high fruit acidity and soft tannins. It can be quite peculiar in fragrance and taste, and not least in structure - which may be why it is referred to as "The Grapes Ballerina".
Pinot Noir is also an important ingredient in sparkling wines, not least in champagne since it is fruity, has good acidity and contains relatively little tannins.
The grape is considered quite demanding to grow. The class itself consists of tightly packed grapes, which makes it more sensitive to rot and other diseases.
Pinot Noir changes quite easily and is genetically unstable. It buds and matures early which results in it often being well ripened. Climate is important for this type of grape. It likes best in cool climates - in warm climates the wines can be relaxed and slightly pickled.
In cooler climates, the wine can get a hint of cabbage and wet leaves, while in slightly warmer regions we often find notes of red berries (cherries, strawberries, raspberries, currants), roses and slightly green notes when the wine is young. With age, more complex aromas of forest floor, fungi and meat emerge.
In Germany, Switzerland, Austria and Hungary, it often produces light wines with less character. However, it has produced very good results in California, Oregon and New Zealand.
With its soft tannins and delicate aroma, it is excellent for white fish, chicken and light meat. For the stored wines you can serve small game. Classic duck breast is a matter of course, a Boeuf Burgundy and Pinot Noir are pure happiness.
Pinot Noir loses quality by over-harvesting.
Pinot Noir is prone to diseases, especially rot and mildew. Viruses cause major problems especially in Burgundy.
Pinot Noir are large round grapes with thin skins. Relatively high in alcohol content. Medium rich tannins and good with acid.
As a young person, Pinot Noir has a distinctly fruity character such as raspberries, cherries and strawberries.
A mature Pinot Noir, the taste is different. Cherry goes into plum and prune flavors. It smells of rotten leaves, coffee, moist forest floor and animal wine. This must be experienced.
In warm climates you find boiled plum, some rustic, little acid.
If the grapes are over-grown, the wine will be thin, with little color and flavor.France Vins de France (Office National Interprofessionnel des Vins ) | Pages Vins, Directory of French Winegrowers | French Wine (Wikipedia)
Wine Scholar Guild vintage ratings
2018 vintage: "marked by a wet spring, a superb summer and a good harvest"
2019 vintage reports
2021: "From a general standpoint, whether for white, rosé or red wines, 2021 is a year marked by quality in the Rhône Valley Vineyards. Structured, elegant, fresh and fruity will be the main keywords for this new vintage."
2022 harvest: idealwine.info | wine-searcher.comBurgundy Les vins de Bourgogne (Bureau interprofessionnel des vins de Bourgogne) (and in English)
Burgundy - The province of eastern France, famous for its red wines produced from Pinot Noir and its whites produced from Chardonnay. (Small of amounts of Gamay and Aligoté are still grown, although these have to be labeled differently.) The most famous part of the region is known as the Cote d'Or (the Golden Slope). It is divided into the Cote de Beaune, south of the town of Beaune (famous principally for its whites), and the Cote de Nuits, North of Beaune (home of the most famous reds). In addition, the Cote Chalonnaise and the Maconnais are important wine growing regions, although historically a clear level (or more) below the Cote d'Or. Also included by some are the regions of Chablis and Auxerrois, farther north.
Burgundy Report | Les Grands Jours de Bourgogne - na stejné téma od Heleny Baker
# 2013 Vintage Notes:
* "2013 is a vintage that 20 years ago would have been a disaster." - Will Lyons
* "low yields and highly variable reds, much better whites." - Bill Nanson
* "Virtually all wines were chaptalised, with a bit of sugar added before fermentation to increase the final alcohol level." - Jancis Robinson
# 2014 Vintage Notes:
"We have not had such splendid harvest weather for many years. This will ensure high quality (fragrant, classy and succulent are words already being used) across the board, up and down the hierarchy and well as consistently from south to north geographically apart from those vineyards ravaged by the hail at the end of June." - Clive Coates
# 2015 Vintage Notes:
"Low yields and warm weather allowed for ample ripeness, small berries and an early harvest. Quality is looking extremely fine, with some people whispering comparisons with the outstanding 2005 vintage. Acid levels in individual wines may be crucial." - Jancis Robinson
# 2017 Vintage Notes:
"Chablis suffered greatly from frost in 2017, resulting in very reduced volumes. As ever, the irony seems to be that what remains is very good quality, as it is in the Côte d’Or. Cooler nights across the region have resulted in higher-than-usual acidity, with good conditions throughout the harvest season allowing for ripe, healthy fruit." - Jancis Robinson
# 2018 Vintage Notes:
"The most successful region for red Burgundy in 2018 was the Côte de Beaune. The weather was ideal in this area, with just enough sunlight and rain to produce perfectly balanced wines naturally." - Vinfolio
Côte de Beaune
Côte de Beaune (Bureau interprofessionnel des vins de Bourgogne)
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