Name: Les Heritiers du Comte Lafon Vire Clesse 2023 1.5Ltr
Brand: Les Heritiers Du Comte Lafon
SKU: 996250
Price: 89.95 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 90 (1 reviews)

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Winery

Les Heritiers Du Comte Lafon

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Varietal

Chardonnay

Of all the white wine grape varietals, surely the one that has spread the furthest and is most widely appreciated is Chardonnay. This green-skinned grape is now grown all over the Old and New Worlds, from New Zealand to the Americas, from England to Chile, and is one of the first varietals people think of when considering white wine grapes. Perhaps this is because of its huge popularity, which reached a peak in the 1990s, thanks to new technologies combining with traditional methods to bring the very best features out of the Chardonnay grape and allow its unique qualities to shine through. Most fine Chardonnay wines use a process known as malolactic fermentation, wherein the malic acids in the grape juice are converted to lactic acids, allowing a creamier, buttery nature to come forward in the wine. No grape varietal is better suited to this process than Chardonnay, which manages to balance these silky, creamy notes with fresh white fruit flavors beautifully.

Country

France

France, often regarded as the heart of the wine world, boasts a rich history, diverse terroirs, and a captivating variety of grape varietals. From the renowned vineyards of Bordeaux to the picturesque landscapes of Burgundy, France offers a wine lover’s dream journey. Whether you’re new to the world of wine or a seasoned enthusiast looking […]

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Region

Burgundy

Burgundy: A Tapestry of Terroirs and Subregions Burgundy, often referred to as Bourgogne in French, is an illustrious wine region in eastern France celebrated for its remarkable diversity of terroirs. This hallowed land is divided into several subregions, each with its unique characteristics, grape varieties, and wine styles. Let’s embark on a journey through these […]

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Appellation

Maconnais

Mâconnais, a captivating wine appellation in Burgundy, France, is renowned for its high-quality Chardonnay wines. What makes Mâconnais unique is its juxtaposition of terroirs, ranging from limestone-rich soils in Pouilly-Fuissé to clay and granite in Saint-Véran, allowing for diverse expressions of Chardonnay. Mâconnais wines showcase the purity and freshness of Chardonnay, often with notes of white flowers, citrus, and a distinctive minerality. The region embraces both unoaked and lightly oaked styles, emphasizing the grape's natural characteristics. Pouilly-Fuissé, the most prestigious appellation, is home to some of Burgundy's finest Chardonnays. Mâconnais' approachability and value make it an accessible entry point into Burgundy's intricate world of terroir-driven wines. Exploring Mâconnais offers wine enthusiasts a delightful journey into the nuanced expressions of Chardonnay and the diverse landscapes that define this lesser-explor

VM 90pts

Vinous Media

The 2023 Viré-Clessé has a lively bouquet with more yellow fruit than the other cuvées and touches of beeswax that develop in the glass. The palate is poised on the entry, lightly spiced with impressive harmony, a "fluid" Viré-Clessé with a persistent finish. A notch above the 2022.

Winery Notes

• Practicing biodynamic. • 100% Chardonnay. • 250m altitude. • Mid slope, east facing. • 60+ year old vines. • Clay-limestone soils. • Indigenous yeast. • Aged in large 45hl barrels and 500L demi-muids.