Viniou Reviews
Domaine des Comtes Lafon’s Meursault 1er Cru Genevrières 2015 is a benchmark example of the exceptional white Burgundies produced on the Côte de Beaune. This wine is made from 100% Chardonnay grapes, sourced from the prestigious Premier Cru vineyard site of Les Genevrières, renowned for its gravelly, limestone-rich soils that lend elegance and precision to the wine. 2015 was a notably warm and sunny vintage, resulting in grapes with outstanding ripeness and concentration, yet at this address, Jean‑Marc Roulot and his team expertly preserved freshness and poise through meticulous vineyard care and timely harvesting. Vinification respects tradition, with fermentation and ageing in French oak barrels — typically about one-third new — which imparts a subtle toastiness without overwhelming the essential fruit and mineral expression.
The region of Meursault, particularly its Premier Cru vineyards, is revered for producing some of Burgundy’s most compelling white wines. The terroir of La Côte de Beaune is shaped by gentle hills with predominantly limestone bedrock and a cool yet temperate continental climate, contributing to the wines' famed tension and longevity. Historically, Meursault wines have been recognised for their rich texture and aromatic complexity, frequently displaying notes of toasted nuts, ripe citrus and white stone fruits.
For food pairings, this refined Meursault Genevrières matches beautifully with dishes that echo its richness and depth, such as butter-poached lobster, scallops in a cream sauce, roasted chicken with morel mushrooms, or veal blanquette. Regional Burgundian fare like quenelles de brochet or a classic poulet de Bresse à la crème would be particularly harmonious, as would more simple accompaniments like well-aged Comté cheese.
To fully appreciate its aromas and layered palate, serve this wine at 12-14°C. Pour it into a large-bowled glass to encourage aeration and gently swirl to release its bouquet. Though already expressive, this 2015 will continue to evolve gracefully over the next decade if cellared well.
