Coche Dury Meursault 2019

There are few Domaines in Burgundy that garner, and rightfully deserve, as much praise than that of Coche-Dury. And yet, for all of the superlatives used to describe this elusive producer, they are all justified. This is a source of beautifully balanced, fine but deeply layered wine that is nigh on impossible to find, and demand continues to soar. It’s a credit to both the benchmark viticulture and exacting winemaking approach that have set a legendary standard across the Côte d'Or’s diverse landscape.

To taste, the Coche-Dury wines strike an alluring balance between nervy, racy acid profiles and powerful opulence. But never in the place of elegance. Indeed, albeit dialled down, they still hold their signature toasty, reductive qualities with gusto alongside intense, complex fruit and mineral notes, and excellent terroir expression. These are fascinating wines that absolutely live up to their hype and have proven, time and again, to unfurl with extended time in the cellar.