11/21/2024
Lesson for budding somms over a cup of coffee. "Deciphering a Typical French Label": The PLACE is most important - here, sourced from near the village of BUSSIERES in the MACONNAIS region (Macon-Bussieres / Appellation Macon-Villages). In this case a 1.8 acre vineyard at the foot of a mountain known as le MONSARD. The French insist you know that Macon Whites are Chardonnay, hence no mention of grape variety. Out of respect for place, the winery name is not emphasized: "Les Heritieres du Comte Lafon" (Heirs of Count Lafon). The Propietor's office (and winery) is located in an area between the villages of Milly and Lamartine - in (southern) Burgundy. Absent from the label bc "of course we are!" - Certified Organic & Biodynamic. Now you know a little more. It's what we do. PS, this Chardonnay arrives today - $40