Wine Advisor
Coche Dury, Bourgogne Chardonnay 2016
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Reviewed by: William Kelley
Fully two-thirds of the Coche-Dury 2016 Bourgogne Chardonnay cuvée is declassified Mâcon-Villages this year, as Raphaël Coche was anxious to make up the volume that he had lost to frost, both to keep the domaine's long-time clients happy and to maintain the domaine's used barrels in good condition for the following vintage. Only two lots were deemed up to standard, one from the extreme north of the Mâconnais and the other from the south, so these were included in the blend while the others were sold in bulk. Offering up aromas of green orchard fruit, mint and almond paste, it's medium to full-bodied, satiny textured and tangy, concluding with an attractively stony finish. While the wine displays somewhat more flesh on its bones than is typical of this cuvée in a cool vintage such as 2016, it carries its producer's signature and will deliver a great deal of pleasure over the coming decade.
About the Producer
Coche Dury is a renowned winery in the Burgundy region, known for producing exceptional white wines. Our estate was founded by Jean-François Coche-Dury in the 1960s and is now managed by his son, Raphaël Coche-Dury. Our vineyards are located in the prestigious Meursault and Corton-Charlemagne appellations, where the soil and climate provide ideal conditions for crafting world-class wines. At Coche Dury, we strive for the utmost quality and purity in our winemaking process. Each grape is handpicked, carefully selecting the finest grape varieties and vineyards. We employ traditional methods and natural yeast during fermentation to preserve the pure flavors and complexity of the grapes. Whether it's our classic Meursault Premier Cru or Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru, every bottle of Coche Dury wine showcases the essence and elegance of Burgundy. We are dedicated to producing high-quality wines, each bottle a testament to our commitment to Burgundian tradition and excellence in winemaking. We invite you to experience the unique charm of Burgundy through the wines of Coche Dury.