Domaine Coche Dury   Meursault Rougeot

1999 Meursault Rougeot

By Domaine Coche-Dury

The 1999 Meursault Rougeot from Domaine Coche-Dury, Burgundy, France

Renowned for exceptional Chardonnays, the trifecta of producer, terroir, and climate in the Burgundy region coalesce sublimely in the 1999 Meursault Rougeot from Domaine Coche-Dury. Nearly two decades of bottle age have gracefully shepherded this vintage to a pantheon where it stands as a paragon of maturity and complexity.

 

Vintage Character: A Testimony to Time

The 1999 vintage in Burgundy has been heralded for producing wines of remarkable balance and longevity – an estate like Domaine Coche-Dury, with its unassailable dedication to quality, has harnessed these virtues exquisitely. The year's climatic idiosyncrasies bestowed upon the Meursault Rougeot a unique duality of ripe opulence contained within a frame of precision that only meticulous cultivation can engender.

 

Refined Elegance: Investment-Worthy Excellence

On the palate, this ambrosial elixir reveals a tapestry of golden apple and toasted hazelnut, embroidered with a filigree of minerality that is so quintessentially Meursault. The 1999 vintage has imbued the wine with an alluring patina that enhances its investment appeal; developing supple textures and an enchanting bouquet that continues to unfurl with each passing year. As we approach its zenith, the 1999 Meursault Rougeot from Domaine Coche-Dury’s readiness for consumption makes it an enticing prospect for enthusiasts and investors alike.

In summary, this illustrious vintage not only exemplifies the high-quality terroir of Burgundy but also reflects a wine investment opportunity with commendable potential. The timeless allure of Domaine Coche-Dury’s craftsmanship ensures that the value intrinsic to each sip of the 1999 Meursault Rougeot resonates not only on the palate but also in the collectors' covetous embrace.

Current market price

$41,120.00

12x75cl

Highest score

90

POP score

2471

Scores and tasting notes

90-91

The 1999 Meursault Rougeots exhibits crisp pear, spice, and mineral aromas. This hugely expressive, medium-bodied wine has outstanding amplitude to its imposing, chewy-textured, and velvety personality. Toast, liquid minerals, and spices can be found throughout its impressive, powerful character and finish. Importer: Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant, Berkeley, CA; tel (510) 524-1524.

Pierre Rovani - The Wine Advocate, 27 February 2001

Vintage performance