Domaine Coche Dury   Meursault Rougeot

1997 Meursault Rougeot

By Domaine Coche-Dury

The 1997 Meursault Rougeot from Domaine Coche-Dury, Burgundy, France

Upon sipping the 1997 Meursault Rougeot from Domaine Coche-Dury, one is immediately transported to the lauded terroirs of Burgundy. This vintage stands as a paragon of finesse in the Meursault appellation, marking a year that challenged vintners with its climatic caprices.

 

Artistry in a Bottle: The Remarkable Vintage

The year 1997 was characterised by an erratic start with a mild winter and a spring marred by frosts, which led to concerns over the delicate chardonnay buds. However, the vines rallied admirably through a summer graced with plentiful sunshine, culminating in an early harvest that preserved the grapes' coveted acidity while allowing their sugars to bloom.

 

Unlocking Aromatic Splendour and Investment Potential

The 1997 Meursault Rougeot reveals its story through a bouquet of toasted almonds, intertwined with whispers of honeysuckle and a subtle minerality — a testament to the distinct limestone soils that cradle these venerable vines. On the palate, you will find an intricate tessellation of golden apple and citrus zest leading to a well-rounded finish that has benefitted significantly from maturation, suggesting immense potential for those seeking an exquisite addition to their investment portfolio.

The distinctly balanced climate of '97 gifted this Meursault with not just immediate charm but also commendable structure for ageing. Domaine Coche-Dury has harnessed this harmony to craft a wine that continues to unfurl its nuances decades later.

 

A Treasure In Your Portfolio

Collectors who discerningly aim to elevate their reserves with Burgundian pearls will find the 1997 Meursault Rougeot an exemplary piece de resistance among white wines. Its evolving grace implies both pleasure for the connoisseur and a wise venture for the investor attuned to liquid assets. In this offering, Domaine Coche-Dury demonstrates once again why their craftsmanship in marrying varietal purity with terroir expression is held in such high esteem amongst aficionados and stakeholders alike.

Current market price

£13,310.00

12x75cl

Highest score

89

POP score

1478.89

Scores and tasting notes

89-90

Revealing leesy and sweet vanilla bean scents, the Meursault Rougeots is silky-textured and thick. This sultry, ample, medium-to-full-bodied wine is both extraordinarily spicy and filled with candied nuts and acacia blossoms. If its oak-dominated finish is absorbed by its copious fruit, this complex and concentrated wine may merit a higher score. Importer: Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant, Berkeley, CA; tel (510) 524-1524.

Pierre Rovani - The Wine Advocate, 27 February 1999

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