Domaine Lafond
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Domaine Lafond 2001 Roc Epine La Ferme Romaine Red (Lirac)
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Deep and dark, this is a top vintage for La Ferme Romaine. The tannins are plentiful but creamy in texture, while the rich flavors approximate chocolate and licorice. Drink now-2015, possibly longer.
— J.C.
(12/15/2009)
Domaine Lafond 2003 Roc Epine La Ferme Romaine Red (Lirac)
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- $28
Like many '03s, this looked better young. Now the heat of the year is showing in the wine's loose structure, roasted notes and dry tannins. It still has plenty of anise and other spice notes alongside a modicum of plummy fruit, but drink up.
— J.C.
(12/15/2009)
Domaine Lafond 2005 Roc Epine La Ferme Romaine Red (Lirac)
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Still showing some toasty oak notes, but this is a powerful vintage that should completely integrate the oak within another year or so. Leather and cinnamon accent black cherry fruit in this rich, round, mouthfilling expression of Lirac. Drink 2010-2018.
— J.C.
(12/15/2009)
Domaine Lafond 2007 Roc Epine Rosé (Tavel)
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A stunning rosé, with fantastically vibrant pink color. Aromas of limes, berries and white peaches are simultaneously assertive yet refined and elegant. Medium-bodied, without any sense of heaviness or alcohol.
— J.C.
(12/15/2009)
Domaine Lafond 2004 Roc Epine Red (Lirac)
- $18
A somewhat lighter style of Lirac this year, with mixed fruit flavors and delicate spice notes. This is delicate and silky in the mouth, with carefully judged tannins and an almost Burgundian feel. Attractive for its tenderness coupled with freshness and nuance. Drink now. Tasted twice, with consistent notes.
— J.C.
(11/15/2006)
Domaine Lafond 2006 Roc Epine La Ferme Romaine Red (Lirac)
- $25
Floral and red-fruited, this is a gentler, more elegant year of La Ferme Romaine. It’s creamy in texture, with supple tannins, and should be consumed now–2015. Long and fresh on the finish.
— J.C.
(12/15/2009)
Domaine Lafond 2006 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape)
- $43
A slightly lightweight vintage, with plenty of anise and spice and a pretty mix of red and black fruit. It’s a little tannic now, but it’s not destined for long aging; drink from 2011–2015.
— J.C.
(12/15/2009)
Domaine Lafond 2007 Roc Epine White (Lirac)
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- $16
Lirac isn’t especially known for its white wines, but this blend of 50% Grenache Blanc, 30% Roussanne and 20% Viognier stands out for its fragrant, floral aromas and fresh flavors of pineapple and pear. Drink now.
— J.C.
(12/15/2009)
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