Meursault AOC Rouge 2020 Coche-Dury

What Kind of Wine It Is

Meursault Rouge Coche-Dury is a red wine made from Pinot Noir grown in Meursault, in the Côte de Beaune area of Burgundy. It is produced in extremely limited quantities from two small plots and stands out for its elegant and complex profile, with a fine texture and notable depth. The winemaking process follows a traditional style, with fermentation lasting around 12 days and aging in new and second-use barriques, which lends structure and aromatic precision.

Where It Comes From

This wine comes from Meursault, a village in the Côte de Beaune in the southern part of the Côte d'Or, Burgundy. The grapes are sourced from two small plots, with vines planted in the 1980s, in a highly fragmented land context that permits very limited production. The terroir is characterized by soils rich in clay and limestone, a combination that supports the structure and contributes to a clear expression of Pinot Noir.

How It Is Made

Production follows traditional methods, aiming to preserve the integrity of the grapes and enhance the varietal characteristics. After harvesting, fermentation lasts about 12 days, managed to achieve extraction and balance. Aging in barriques uses both new and second-use wood, a choice that adds subtle nuances and a more refined texture without overpowering the fruit. Attention at every step aims to achieve a refined and complex result.

Tasting Notes

It unveils a deep, intense red color. The nose opens with complex aromas of ripe red fruits, followed by floral and spicy notes, with lightly toasted hints from the barrique aging. With time, earthy and mineral undertones also appear. On the palate, it offers silky, well-integrated tannins, vibrant freshness that supports the sip, and long persistence, with a coherent and precise finish.

Food Pairings

It pairs naturally with substantial dishes, particularly game birds. The combination of silky tannins and freshness complements flavorful and structured preparations, keeping the sip defined and supporting the dish's progression through to the finish.

When to Serve

It is best enjoyed when you seek an elegant yet characterful red wine, capable of accompanying a full meal without feeling heavy. Its aromatic nuances, evolving over time, suggest good suitability for bottle aging, with an ideal consumption window in the medium term. It can be chosen for a fruit-driven profile, or when earthier and mineral notes emerge, offering greater complexity.