At a glance

Producer

Domaine Coche-Dury

Region

Burgundy, France

Grape variety

Chardonnay

Wine type

White

Body

Full-bodied and Smooth

Sweetness

Bone Dry

Typical price

$800-$1200 per bottle

Tasting profile

Lemon curd, hazelnut, toasted almond, subtle minerality, and a hint of exotic fruits

Evolution: Developing complex nutty, honeyed and earthy nuances while retaining fresh acidity

At peak: Rich, layered complexity with pronounced minerality and elegant depth

Structure

Acidity

High, vibrant balanced by richness

Tannins

Minimal (typical for white Burgundy)

Alcohol

Around 13-13.5%

Aging potential

20+ years

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2028 to 2049

Optimal window

2024 to 2052

Current status

Approaching early drinking maturity but will reward long term cellaring

Current condition

Complex, tightening structure with emerging tertiary notes

2017 was a strong vintage offering ripe fruit balanced by natural acidity, typical for excellent Meursault from Coche-Dury, supporting 20+ years of development with evolving tertiary characteristics.

Food pairing

Grilled lobster, buttered scallops, roast chicken with herbs, creamy cheeses

Serving

Serving temperature

12-14°C / 54-57°F

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

Low intervention farming, minimal chemical use, focus on soil health and biodiversity

Domaine Coche-Dury employs careful and respectful viticultural techniques aimed at long-term soil vitality. While not certified organic or biodynamic, their stewardship of vineyards is strong. Transportation impact is moderate due to export; packaging is traditional but not optimized for low environmental impact.