2000 Meursault Caillerets
By Domaine Coche-Dury
The 2000 Meursault Caillerets from Domaine Coche-Dury, Burgundy, France
As an advocate of distinguished vintages, the 2000 Meursault Caillerets from Domaine Coche-Dury stands as a testament to the alchemy between terroir and time. In exploring this Burgundian jewel, one must delve into the nuances that render this vintage a particularly astute choice for fine wine investors.
Vintage Virtuosity: The Millennial Marvel
Tasting the 2000 Meursault Caillerets elucidates why Domaine Coche-Dury has a reputation for crafting chardonnays of unparalleled precision. The turn of the millennium granted Burgundy an amiable season. Neither too warm nor overtly frigid, these balanced conditions bestowed upon the grapes an even keel for developing their complexities unhurriedly. It is within this crucible that the 2000 vintage found its stellar expression—ripened to that delicate juncture where opulence meets restraint.
A Connoisseur's Chronicle: Sublime Sophistication in a Bottle
One cannot help but be enamoured by the entrancing aromatics—camouflaged initially, yet blossoming forth into fleshy orchard fruits intertwined with toasted hazelnuts. A sip reveals the underpinnings of meticulous oak ageing—a discreet use of wood that bolsters, rather than overpowers, the fresh acidity and minerality at this wine’s core. The palate reception is one of elegant creaminess, a reverent nod to form rather than mere function. Enticing whispers of vanilla and a lingering finish evoke notions of a structured symphony composed on a canvas of golden sunshine.
For multitude investors seeking exemplars of wine exquisitely matured yet still brimming with potential, the 2000 Meursault Caillerets emerges as an astute addition to any portfolio. It is wines like these that serve as pinnacles within their respective decades who eloquently speak of their birthyear’s story.
Investment Elegance: The Consummate Choice
In sum, the 2000 Meursault Caillerets from Domaine Coche-Dury is not simply one to savor; it is one to allocate. Reflecting upon my tasting journey—one that spans several decades and countless cellars—it becomes unequivocally clear that this offering is a harmonious convergence of perennial grace and refined longevity, making it a luminous beacon for collectors and investors alike.
Market price (CAD)
$47,250.00
12x75cl
Highest score
92
POP score
2365.83
Scores and tasting notes
The demure 2000 Meursault Caillerets is a plump, medium to full-bodied, and broad wine. Highly detailed spices, minerals, pears, and apples can be found in its full-flavored, ample personality. It should be drunk over the next 10 years. Importer: Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant, Berkeley, CA; tel. (510) 524-1524
Pierre Rovani - The Wine Advocate, 20 December 2001