Considered one of the finest winemakers in France, Dominique Lafon produces some of the most coveted white Burgundies. He strongly believes in the potential in Maconnais where he has been making terroir-driven wines since 1999. From 100% Chardonnay, the Mâcon-Villages is fleshy, with a mélange of citrus, melon and mineral aromas and flavors, a bright profile and good persistence.
This, Lafon’s “entry level,” punches above its weight with Chablis-esque nerve and rocky earth, lemon-apple, kiwi, crunchy pear, and ever-so-faint fresh bread crust. Crisp and delightful, this is a classic fish food pairing.
CERTIFIED BIODYNAMIC
PIONEERED BY THE LEGENDARY DOMINIQUE LAFON; HILLTOP, SINGLE SITE PARCELS IN THE MACONNAIS; EXCLUSIVE USE OF LARGE NEUTRAL WOOD
Founded in 1999 by Dominique Lafon, Héritiers du Comte Lafon is his trailblazing, biodynamic Mâconnais domaine. These world class Chardonnay display what this magical region is capable of producing. Historically, the Mâconnais was known for industrially farmed, volume driven wines.
Dominique was the first Cote d’Or producer to invest in the immense potential hidden in those rolling hills by buying higher altitude, old vine parcels with the intent of letting this beautiful terroir (perhaps the most picturesque wine region in the world) reach its full potential. He started by converting all of the vineyards to biodynamic farming –the Lafon way! Early on, he strived to preserve the fruit and minerality of the region by using only larger, neutral wood for the aging of the wines. His belief and passion for the region has made Héritiers a towering beacon for fine wine in the previously overlooked Chardonnay mecca. Now with his nephew and daughter, Pierre and Léa Lafon, in charge, the gospel of quality Mâconnais is spreading far and wide, with a clear and definitive voice.
