France Burgundy Domaine des Comtes LafonVolnay Clos des Chenes

2002 Volnay Clos des Chenes

Domaine des Comtes Lafon

91Average Score

Burgundy / France

Red

Loads of spices and black cherries can be found in the profound aromatic profile of the 2002 Volnay Clos des Chenes. This penetrating wine is packed with admirably ripe yet lively cherries. Pure, detailed, and expressive, it displays a long, structured finish. Projected maturity: 2007-2016. Jun 2004, www.robertparker.com

Pierre Rovani Score: 89-92/100

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Pierre RovaniScore: 89-92/100

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Product Details

Country

France

Region

Burgundy

Sub-region

Volnay

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

Alcohol %

Product Type

Still wine

Product Subtype

Drinking Window

Country

France

Region

Burgundy

Sub-region

Volnay

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

Alcohol %

Product Type

Still wine

Product Subtype

Drinking Window

Average Score

Pierre RovaniScore: 89-92/100