Domaine Coche Dury   Meursault Genevrieres

2003 Meursault Genevrieres

By Domaine Coche-Dury

2003 Meursault Genevrières from Domaine Coche-Dury, Burgundy, France

Even amongst the tapestry of renowned Burgundian vintages, the 2003 Meursault Genevrières from Domaine Coche-Dury stands resplendent, a prismatic reflection of a year that was defined by its climatic extremities. This was a vintage where the cradle of winemaking met unprecedented heat, coaxing out contours of flavour often latent in cooler years.

 

Distinctiveness Crafted by Vintage Variation

In 2003, while vines struggled elsewhere amidst the sear of summer, in Burgundy's Meursault, the chardonnay grapes achieved an opulent ripeness without foregoing their quintessential acidity—a tightrope act that only a vigneron of prodigious skill could master. Domaine Coche-Dury's unyielding commitment to authenticity and terroir-centric methods culminated in a wine whose profile luxuriates in this climatic idiosyncrasy.

 

A Connoisseur’s Vintage

The character of this divine potion—yes, for it is nothing less—unfurls with an ochre allure, paying homage to ripe harvests with its golden hue. The bouquet rends the air with voluptuous aromas; think candied citrus peel intertwined with toasted hazelnuts, altogether swathed in an elegant minerality that betrays its limestone roots. On the palate, the 2003 Meursault Genevrières from Domaine Coche-Dury balances decadence and virtue with impeccable equanimity; for every note of buttery brioche and vanilla spice, there is the counterpoint of a refreshing citrus zest and chalky freshness. And the finish? It persists with unyielding grace long after the wine has bid adieu.

The seasoned investor or collector will understand that some wines are simply investment cornerstones; not just for their potential fiscal appreciation but for their rare ability to underscore significant moments. This Meursault Genevrières is such a wine, embodying both history and singularity within its celestial liquid embrace.

 

Summary: An Investment in Liquid History

This 2003 vintage from Domaine Coche-Dury encapsulates more than just a fine wine; it is a historical testament to a year that challenged viticulturalists and rewarded those who embraced the adversity. Its balance of fruit intensity and lively acidity results in an opulent yet focused wine poised for continued maturation or immediate joyous consumption. For investors seeking a Burgundian gem that speaks volume both on and off the palate, this 2003 Meursault Genevrières offers an exquisite addition to any serious collection.

Current market price

£21,610.00

12x75cl

Highest score

87

POP score

3087.14

Scores and tasting notes

86-88

Crystalline mineral aromas are found in the nose of the 2003 Meursault Genevrieres (white), a wine I’d never seen at Domaine Coche-Dury. Light to medium-bodied, it is focused, bright, and tightly wound. Creamed nuts and minerals can be found in its restrained, slightly constricted, personality. Drink it over the next 3-4 years. Importer: Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant, Berkeley, CA; tel. (510) 524-1524

Pierre Rovani - The Wine Advocate, 28 April 2005

Vintage performance