Dominique Lafon
About Dominique Lafon
Managed by the very same vineyard team as the legendary Domaine de Comtes Lafon, the Dominique Lafon label can be seen as something of a passion project for the formidable vignerons involved. Adhering to biodynamic principles amongst the vines, it became clear very quickly in 2008 that exceptional fruit was going to be crafted into special wine by this Burgundian master.
Whilst Dominique Lafon is officially a négociant business, almost all the wines produced are from long-standing leases or vineyards that the great winemaker owns himself. In essence, it is officially considered to be a négociant but operates to the high standards of Comtes Lafon. No doubt savvy buyers have already realised that this means négociant prices for Domaine-level wines.
Naturally, Domaine des Comtes Lafon’s rich history necessitates a certain consistency in style with regards to winemaking year on year, and indeed (as fabulous as they are) there are threads of similarities between vintages. The Dominique Lafon project, however, allows for freedom of expression and unbridled artistry in the winemaking process to be applied. Passion and love for the work are thrown to the very forefront of these cuvées, and flair is allowed to breathe. The wines of Dominique Lafon are more focused on the palate, determined to seduce and thrill drinkers with their gorgeous fruit and silky-supple tannins.
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Inc. VAT£492.80 -
Vinous (91)
The 2017 Beaune Epenottes 1er Cru is quite closed on the nose with raspberry and wild strawberry fruit, well defined but a little stubborn at present. The palate is medium-bodied with crisp, crunchy, red berry fruit, fine acidity and good concentration. Not amazingly complex, yet it coheres nicely on the smooth-textured finish. This wine is closed under Diam 30. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2017 tasting.Inc. VAT£957.40 -
Vinous (89)
The 2018 Beaune Epenottes 1er Cru has one of the more composed and refined bouquets. Vibrant dark cherry and cranberry fruit entwines with subtle tertiary, almost torrefactory notes. The palate is harmonious and medium-bodied with pliant tannins. A subtle sprinkling of white pepper enlivens and lends complexity on the finish that shows commendable backbone. In this flight, this Beaune is a cut above. Bottled under Diam 30. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2018 red tasting.Inc. VAT£518.20 -
Inc. VAT£552.41
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Inc. VAT£566.81
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(12x75cl) 2021Vinous - Neal Martin (92)
The 2021 Beaune Epenottes 1er Cru has an attractive nose with a subtle stem addition lending a little sous-bois character that complements the red berry fruit. It has more precision and mineralité compared to its peers. The palate is lithe and harmonious on the entry with pure red berry fruit, white pepper and fine grip on the finish. Overall, this is a classy Beaune 1er Cru and deserves a hearty round of applause in the context of the challenging growing season. Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting.Inc. VAT£702.78 -
(6x75cl) 2021Vinous - Neal Martin (92)
The 2021 Beaune Epenottes 1er Cru has an attractive nose with a subtle stem addition lending a little sous-bois character that complements the red berry fruit. It has more precision and mineralité compared to its peers. The palate is lithe and harmonious on the entry with pure red berry fruit, white pepper and fine grip on the finish. Overall, this is a classy Beaune 1er Cru and deserves a hearty round of applause in the context of the challenging growing season. Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting.Inc. VAT£497.52 -
Inc. VAT£589.44 -
(6x75cl) 2022Inc. VAT£505.92 -
(6x75cl) 2016Inc. VAT£467.09 -
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(6x75cl) 2020Inc. VAT£1,111.24 -
(6x75cl) 2022Inc. VAT£717.20 -
(6x75cl) 2020Inc. VAT£364.40 -
(6x75cl) 2021Vinous (86-88)
The 2021 Volnay Village which includes fruit from Les Lurets and underwent a year long malo, has a simple raspberry and dark cherry nose that just needs a little more amplitude. The palate offers sappy red berries and is quite peppery in style with a bit of sinew on the finish.Inc. VAT£460.40 -
(6x75cl) 2022Inc. VAT£473.60
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In Bond£390.00
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Vinous (91)
The 2017 Beaune Epenottes 1er Cru is quite closed on the nose with raspberry and wild strawberry fruit, well defined but a little stubborn at present. The palate is medium-bodied with crisp, crunchy, red berry fruit, fine acidity and good concentration. Not amazingly complex, yet it coheres nicely on the smooth-textured finish. This wine is closed under Diam 30. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2017 tasting.In Bond£762.00 -
Vinous (89)
The 2018 Beaune Epenottes 1er Cru has one of the more composed and refined bouquets. Vibrant dark cherry and cranberry fruit entwines with subtle tertiary, almost torrefactory notes. The palate is harmonious and medium-bodied with pliant tannins. A subtle sprinkling of white pepper enlivens and lends complexity on the finish that shows commendable backbone. In this flight, this Beaune is a cut above. Bottled under Diam 30. Tasted blind at the Burgfest 2018 red tasting.In Bond£396.00 -
In Bond£419.00
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In Bond£431.00
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(12x75cl) 2021
Vinous - Neal Martin (92)
The 2021 Beaune Epenottes 1er Cru has an attractive nose with a subtle stem addition lending a little sous-bois character that complements the red berry fruit. It has more precision and mineralité compared to its peers. The palate is lithe and harmonious on the entry with pure red berry fruit, white pepper and fine grip on the finish. Overall, this is a classy Beaune 1er Cru and deserves a hearty round of applause in the context of the challenging growing season. Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting.In Bond£548.45 -
(6x75cl) 2021
Vinous - Neal Martin (92)
The 2021 Beaune Epenottes 1er Cru has an attractive nose with a subtle stem addition lending a little sous-bois character that complements the red berry fruit. It has more precision and mineralité compared to its peers. The palate is lithe and harmonious on the entry with pure red berry fruit, white pepper and fine grip on the finish. Overall, this is a classy Beaune 1er Cru and deserves a hearty round of applause in the context of the challenging growing season. Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting.In Bond£396.00 -
In Bond£454.00
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(6x75cl) 2022In Bond£403.00
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(6x75cl) 2016In Bond£370.00
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In Bond£339.00
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(6x75cl) 2020In Bond£910.00
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(6x75cl) 2022In Bond£577.00
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(6x75cl) 2020In Bond£283.00
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(6x75cl) 2021
Vinous (86-88)
The 2021 Volnay Village which includes fruit from Les Lurets and underwent a year long malo, has a simple raspberry and dark cherry nose that just needs a little more amplitude. The palate offers sappy red berries and is quite peppery in style with a bit of sinew on the finish.In Bond£363.00 -
(6x75cl) 2022In Bond£374.00
