Domaine des Comtes Lafon – Meursault Clos de la Baronne 2018 – Burgundy France

Domaine des Comtes Lafon Meursault Clos de la Baronne 2018 is a Chardonnay from a distinctive monopole vineyard first bottled separately in 2012. Combining concentration, freshness, and mineral precision, it reflects both the generosity of the 2018 vintage and the domaine’s commitment to terroir expression.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Chardonnay
• Region: Meursault, Burgundy, France
• Vintage: 2018
• Vineyard: Clos de la Baronne (Monopole)
• First Bottled: 2012
• Vineyard Area: 2.7 hectares
• Soils: Clay and limestone
• Exposure: Southeasterly
• Farming: Biodynamic farming
• Style: Village-level white Burgundy

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Medium to full-bodied
• Fruit: Citrus, peach, orchard fruit
• Savory: Wet stone, white flowers, subtle spice
• Structure: Fresh, balanced, and mineral-driven

The warm and generous 2018 growing season produced abundant, healthy fruit and wines of impressive richness and concentration. Clos de la Baronne balances this vintage generosity with freshness and tension, delivering a layered palate and long mineral finish.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Rare monopole bottling from Domaine des Comtes Lafon
• Captures both richness and freshness in the outstanding 2018 vintage
• Built with the balance and precision that define the estate

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Lobster, crab, or roasted white fish
• Roast chicken and creamy mushroom dishes
• Comté, Beaufort, or aged Gruyère

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Collectors of top white Burgundy
✓ Lovers of mineral-driven Chardonnay
✕ Not ideal if you prefer simple, fruit-forward white wines