Domaine des Comtes Lafon • Volnay, France
Volnay Santenots-du-Milieu Premier Cru by Domaine des Comtes Lafon is a biodynamically farmed, old-vine Pinot Noir from…Volnay Santenots-du-Milieu Premier Cru by Domaine des Comtes Lafon is a biodynamically farmed, old-vine Pinot Noir from the clay-rich, limestone-based Les Santenots du Milieu climat in Meursault, bottled as Volnay. One of the domaine’s flag…Learn More »
$217
/750ml
2021 Retail Average
93
/100
2021 Pro Rating
Silky yet energetic, the 2021 Domaine des Comtes Lafon Volnay Santenots-du-Milieu Premier Cru layers wild strawberry and raspberry with hints of cranberry, rose and warm spice over a cool, stony backbone. Medium-bodied and finely etched, it shows supple, well-ripened tannins and vibrant acidity that extend the red-fruited, subtly smoky finish with impressive length for the vintage. This is a poised, “power without weight” expression that captures real depth and purity despite the challenging year.
Roast duck with cherries; Herb-crusted rack of lamb; Mushroom and truffle risotto
Volnay Santenots-du-Milieu Premier Cru by Domaine des Comtes Lafon is a biodynamically farmed, old-vine Pinot Noir from the clay-rich, limestone-based Les Santenots du Milieu climat in Meursault, bottled as Volnay. One of the domaine’s flagship reds, it is typically dark in color, rich and deep yet notably elegant, with concentrated red and dark berry fruit, floral and mineral tones, and fine-grained but structured tannins that reward extended cellaring.