2000 Meursault Genevrieres
By Domaine Coche-Dury
2000 Meursault Genevrieres from Domaine Coche-Dury, Côte de Beaune, Burgundy, France
The turn of the millennium bestowed upon Burgundy lovers a treasure—a vintage that speaks of both time and place with profound eloquence. The 2000 Meursault Genevrieres from Domaine Coche-Dury is a bottle that encapsulates the essence of its terroir with a poet's finesse, engraving its legacy within the limestone-rich hills of Côte de Beaune.
A Vintage Speaks: The Harmony of 2000
The year 2000 was characterised by its relatively cool climate, which in the deft hands of Domaine Coche-Dury, translated into a wine defined by its remarkable balance. Pacing through the season with gradual ripening allowed for an elegant expression of Chardonnay, resulting in a Meursault Genevrieres with restrained fruit and an almost electric mineral vibrancy. It stands out in the lineage of Meursault for its refreshing tension and poise—attributes investor connoisseurs will appreciate.
Complexity in Creation: An Investment Worthy Vintage
Tasting this wine now reveals how adroitly it has traversed the years. Hints of almond and citrus zest are woven into its creamy texture, while notes of baked apple and toasted hazelnut affirm its evolution in the bottle. As we assess this wine from an investment perspective, bottles such as the 2000 Meursault Genevrieres from Domaine Coche-Dury exemplify the type of complexity and ageing potential that make Burgundy wines a cornerstone of any fine wine portfolio.
The interplay between these developed flavours and the wine's innate brightness renders this vintage an object lesson in the subtleties that define white Burgundy's allure. The 2000 Meursault Genevrieres beholds layers yet to unfold, further increasing its desirability among those who seek to partake in evolution's slow dance.
Concluding Impressions: The Journey Ahead
In summation, the seamless amalgamation of skilled winemaking and favourable climatic conditions have cemented the 2000 Meursault Genevrieres from Domaine Coche-Dury as a compelling chapter in the annals of Burgundian whites. For those seeking to expand their holdings with wines offering both enjoyment and maturation potential, this vintage should not be overlooked. Its trajectory into the pantheon of legendary vintages is well underway, inviting patient investors to share in its continual revelation.
Market price (CAD)
$7,030.00
12x75cl