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Domaine des Héritiers du Comte Lafon - Viré-Clessé
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The wine displays a vibrant pale yellow hue, highlighting its youth and vitality. On the nose, it reveals intense aromas of white flowers and yellow fruits such as pear and apricot, complemented by delicate hints of vanilla and hazelnut. The palate is rich and beautifully rounded, with ripe fruit flavors seamlessly balanced by well-integrated acidity. A long, mineral-driven finish reflects the distinctive character of its terroir.
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Provenance
- Type
- White
- Country
- France
- Appellation
- Viré-Clessé
- Region
- Burgundy
Technical
- Vintage
- Grapes
- ABV
- Size
- Ageing
- Serving
- 11° - 13° C
- Drinking window
Food pairings
Key characteristics
About this wine
Domaine des Heritiers du Comte Lafon produces refined white wines from the Viré-Clessé appellation in Burgundy, one of France's most prestigious wine regions. This Chardonnay expresses the mineral-driven character and elegant restraint that define the finest wines of the Mâconnais, crafted with a philosophy that honors both terroir and tradition.
Light-bodied and refreshingly mineral, this white wine showcases green fruit and stone fruit characteristics with a distinctive balance of ripe fruit complexity. The 13% ABV ensures approachability without sacrificing depth, making it an exemplary expression of Chardonnay from this storied estate.
Versatile at the table, this Viré-Clessé pairs beautifully with shellfish, crab, and lobster, while also complementing cream-based dishes, roast chicken, mushrooms, and even sushi. Its crisp minerality makes it equally suited to citrus-based preparations and fresh green vegetables, while aged cheeses like Camembert and Parmesan enhance its complexity.
Behind the bottle
Region
Burgundy
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