At a glance

Producer

Domaine Coche-Dury

Region

Burgundy, France

Grape variety

Chardonnay

Wine type

White

Body

Full-bodied and Smooth

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$1400-$1800

Tasting profile

Tight citrus, green apple, wet stones, hints of white flowers and almonds, powerful mineral core

Evolution: Will progressively develop toasted nuts, honeyed nuances, and complex mineral layers over 10+ years

At peak: Rich layered complexity with integrated oak, expansive texture, and long mineral finish

Structure

Acidity

High, vibrant and refreshing

Tannins

None (white wine)

Alcohol

13-13.5%

Aging potential

30-40+ years with potential to develop complex tertiary notes

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2030 to 2055

Optimal window

2027 to 2058

Current status

Early in drinking window, youthful and powerful

Current condition

Very concentrated and structured; tight primary fruit with strong minerality

Coche-Dury’s Corton-Charlemagne is a Grand Cru white Burgundy from one of the most esteemed producers known for precision and aging capacity; 2018 was a very good vintage with good ripening and balanced acidity, extending optimal drinking well into the next 2-3 decades due to structure and intensity.

Food pairing

Serve with rich seafood (lobster, scallops), poultry with cream sauces, white truffle dishes, or fine cheeses like Comté.

Serving

Serving temperature

12-14°C / 54-57°F

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Hand harvesting, limited chemical treatments, careful soil management, and use of natural yeast fermentations reported; energy use optimized via small-scale estate with limited mechanization

While not officially certified organic or biodynamic, Domaine Coche-Dury employs traditional Burgundian viticulture emphasizing low intervention, biodiversity, and soil health. These contribute positively to sustainability, though packaging and transportation impose standard carbon loads given high-value export markets.