Domaine Michel Lafarge, Bourgogne Aligote Raisins Dores, 2021

Name: Domaine Michel Lafarge, Bourgogne Aligote Raisins Dores, 2021
Brand: Domaine Michel Lafarge
SKU: NYC-WMN-`20682`-082024-2
Price: 41.99 USD
Availability: InStock

White Wine from Burgundy, France

by Domaine Michel Lafarge

$41.99

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The 2021 Domaine Michel Lafarge Bourgogne Aligoté “Raisins Dorés” is an exquisite expression of this historic varietal, highlighting the care and precision of one of Burgundy’s most respected domaines. Michel Lafarge, based in the heart of Volnay, is renowned for crafting wines that reflect the essence of their terroir. This Aligoté, made from the rare and prized “Raisins Dorés” strain, is a testament to the domaine’s dedication to preserving Burgundy’s vinous heritage.

In the glass, the wine presents a pale yellow color with green reflections. The nose is vibrant and inviting, offering aromas of green apple, lemon zest, and white flowers, with subtle notes of fresh herbs and a touch of almond. On the palate, it is lively and precise, with a crisp acidity that balances its textured, mineral-driven core. Flavors of citrus, pear, and a hint of saline minerality lead to a long, refreshing finish.

The 2021 vintage, shaped by a cool growing season, lends this wine its hallmark brightness and finesse. This Aligoté pairs beautifully with shellfish, goat cheese, or light vegetable dishes, and it also makes an excellent companion for classic Burgundy aperitifs like Kir. While delightful to drink now, it has the structure to develop further complexity over the next few years. Domaine Michel Lafarge’s “Raisins Dorés” Aligoté is a rare and exceptional wine, offering a glimpse into the pure and traditional side of Burgundy.

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Domaine Michel Lafarge

Lafarge is one of the great names in Volnay, some would say the greatest. His wines are sought out the world over, and we are always excited when our allocation arrives.

Lafarge’s home territory is Volnay, though he also has holdings in nearby Beaune and Meursault. This is an old estate that started bottling their wines in the early 1900s. Only Armand Rousseau, the DRC, and maybe two or three other growers have that kind of history.

The wines of Lafarge are magical. Despite being made in a decidedly old-school style—really no different than a generation or even two ago—they display incredible purity and not a hint of rusticity. It is the same kind of magic that Jacky Truchot was able to conjure. We only wish we could get more.

Professional Reviews

Burghound

BH 89

"A classic aligoté nose features ultra-fresh notes of spicy green apple and a plethora of citrus elements. There is impressive density to the intense and utterly delicious middleweight flavors that possess unusually good depth on the clean, dry and sneaky long finish. This is an excellent example of the genre and recommended, plus it will age for several years."

Antonio Galloni

AG 88

"The 2021 Bourgogne Aligotė Raisins Dorés has a pure bouquet, slightly Germanic in style and very perfumed with yellow flowers and dried honey. The palate is well balanced with good weight, though maybe it just misses some of its normal complexity on the finish." -Vinous

Details

Grape Variety

Aligote
Vintage

2021
Size

750ml
Farming Practice

Biodynamic
Sweetness

Dry
Body

Light Bodied

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