Domaine des Comtes Lafon’s Meursault Premier Cru Perrières 2015 stands as one of the emblematic expressions of Burgundy’s legendary white wines. Crafted exclusively from Chardonnay, this cuvée hails from the highly esteemed Premier Cru “Les Perrières” vineyard—arguably the crown jewel of Meursault. The 2015 vintage benefited from a warm, sun-kissed growing season, producing grapes with excellent ripeness and concentration. The domaine practices biodynamic viticulture and meticulous green harvesting to capture the nuances of the terroir. After manual harvest, vinification unfolds with gentle pressing, followed by fermentation and ageing in French oak barrels, a portion of which are new, imbuing the wine with subtle toasty notes while preserving its crystalline purity and vibrant minerality.
The Côte de Beaune in Burgundy, where Meursault sits, is revered for its limestone-rich soils—especially in Les Perrières, known for its stony, mineral-laden earth and excellent drainage—which impart an unmistakable tension and brightness to the wines. The region enjoys a cool continental climate, with significant shifts between day and night temperatures, fostering complexity and maintaining freshness in the fruit. Meursault has a storied history stretching back to monastic viticulture in the Middle Ages, and today, it is celebrated worldwide for white wines that are both powerful and refined.
Pairing this Meursault Perrières is a delight; its generous body, layered citrus and stone fruit, intense minerality, and delicate hazelnut and brioche accents make it outstanding with fine seafood such as lobster or scallops in beurre blanc, turbot with cream, or a delicate poulet de Bresse with morels. For a regional touch, consider pairing it with escargots de Bourgogne or creamy Epoisses cheese, although the wine’s elegance will shine brightest alongside subtly flavoured, high-quality ingredients.
For optimal appreciation, serve this wine at 11-13°C. Decanting for 30 minutes before serving will allow its complex bouquet to unfurl and its texture to harmonise, revealing the full depth and vibrancy characteristic of this legendary terroir.
