Comtes Lafon, Monthelie Duresses Size:6x750ml Shafer described 2011 as "London

Shafer described 2011 as "London in Napa Valley

Shows serious concentration and extract and finishes sappy and very long

The precise and almost lilting middleweight flavors possess a lovely sense of tension while displaying fine length on the youthfully austere and balanced finale

(89-91)/2019+

mocha and floral pastille flavors that slowly become spicier and more lively as the wine opens up

Comtes Lafon, Monthelie Duresses Size:6x750ml Shafer described 2011 as "LondonA perfumed and very pretty nose features notes of both red and dark berries along with subtle hints of spice, earth and lilac. There is a lovely sense of vibrancy to the well detailed and delicious medium weight flavors that exhibit a discreet minerality before concluding in an appealingly textured and refreshing finish. While this should reward a few years of cellar time I suspect that it will be accessible young as well. 89 2019+