Domaine Coche Dury   Meursault Caillerets

1999 Meursault Caillerets

By Domaine Coche-Dury

1999 Meursault Caillerets from Domaine Coche-Dury, Burgundy, France

In the sphere of fine wine investment, one vintage that continually reaps acclaim for both its scarcity and exceptional quality is the 1999 Meursault Caillerets from Domaine Coche-Dury. With a pedigree born of the meticulous viticulture and winemaking philosophy at Coche-Dury, this vintage captures the essence of its terroir with an eloquence that few can parallel.

 

Unique Vintage, Unrivalled Complexity

The 1999 vintage in Burgundy was met with significant anticipation, following a season of ideal conditions that led to an exceptional harvest. The fruit from the illustrious Caillerets vineyard was no exception to this exuberance, yielding wines of profound depth and complexity. For investors searching for a white Burgundy with provenance and potential for appreciation, the 1999 Meursault Caillerets presents a compelling proposition.

The chiselled features of this Chardonnay speak of its noble roots; the palate is graced with a subtle mocha creaminess while preserving a backbone of enlivening acidity. Handling the weighty opulence of toasted hazelnuts, it counters with an ethereal streak of limestone minerality, characteristic of the revered Meursault soil.

Oenophiles might note that time has bestowed upon this wine an exquisite evolution, with secondary characteristics revealing themselves in unexpected flurries – toasted almond giving way to whispers of honeysuckle and a matured citrus zest complexity.

 

Investment Worthy: An Understatement

It's wines like the 1999 Meursault Caillerets that secure Domaine Coche-Dury's esteemed status among the pantheon of Burgundian legends. As it matures gracefully in bottling, its value as an investable asset only strengthens – drawing in connoisseurs keen to deepen their cellars with distinguished and rare vintages.

In closing, the 1999 Meursault Caillerets stands as a testament to the triumphs possible in French winemaking when nature conspires favourably. Its storied journey from vine to vault exemplifies a standard few others can attain, earmarking it as a requisite addition for those earnest in cultivating a portfolio of unparalleled distinction.

Current market price

£17,240.00

12x75cl

Highest score

95

POP score

1149.33

Scores and tasting notes

95

The 1999 Meursault Caillerets has aged supremely well over the last 15 years and is probably at the peak of its quite awesome powers. Here, we have a vibrant and enticing bouquet with minerals (limestone and flint), dried white flowers and a hint of dried quince. The palate is beautifully poised and detailed with an impressive line of acidity, great tension and superb weight on the finish. What a scintillating Meursault Caillerets…and you can see it aging for another decade with ease.

Neal Martin - The Wine Advocate, 30 October 2014

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