(Comtes Lafon Volnay Santenots-du Milieu) (Magnum) The nose is mainly about understated black cherry - but few ’97’s have such quality of fruit. The first impression on the palate is the tannin - there’s plenty - but not too astringent and forecasting a long life. The ample concentration lingers on a fine finish. More than enough balance here, this is one of the most successful 97’s and firmly recommended.
By Bill Nanson
(Comtes Lafon Volnay Santenots-du Milieu) (Magnum) The nose is mainly about understated black cherry - but few ’97’s have such quality of fruit. The first impression on the palate is the tannin - there’s plenty - but not too astringent and forecasting a long life. The ample concentration lingers on a fine finish. More than enough balance here, this is one of the most successful 97’s and firmly recommended.8/1/2007, (See more on Burgundy-Report...)