Domaine Coche Dury   Meursault Rougeot

2010 Meursault Rougeot

By Domaine Coche-Dury

2010 Meursault 1er Cru Charmes from Domaine des Comtes Lafon, Burgundy

The heralded 2010 vintage in Burgundy is frequently lauded for the optimal balance between ripe fruit and structured acidity, a duality that the 2010 Meursault 1er Cru Charmes from Domaine des Comtes Lafon captures with remarkable finesse. My acquaintanceship with this esteemed producer stretches over many vintages, yet the 2010 stands out for its unique confluence of conditions that have come to bear on these legendary vines.

 

A Vintage Enshrined in Elegance

Domaine des Comtes Lafon is synonymous with wines that are, by their very nature, long-lived and illustrious. The 2010 vintage was a testament to the vigilance and mastery hovering over this consecrated terroir. Cooler, dryer conditions during pivotal moments of vine growth bestowed upon us grapes with an almost surreal intensity of flavour matched by invigorating freshness—an investment in taste that promises dividends for years to come.

 

Intimate Whispers of Terroir

The wine's opulence springs forth from its bouquet—notes of hazelnut, soft white peach, and a delicate brush of vanilla. On the palate, it dexterously wields a spectrum ranging from ripe citrus to the subtler intonations of minerality that whisper of the Meursault soils. This complexity is cradled within a structure shaped by precise acidity and a creamy texture which brings forth whispers of the exquisite potential ingrained within the very essence of this vintage—a characteristic seemingly tailor-made for astute oenophiles and investors alike.

To sip the 2010 Meursault 1er Cru Charmes from Domaine des Comtes Lafon is to revel in its undulating layers of flavour—an experience any collector would covet. In an era where discerning enthusiasts seek out singular expressions of Burgundian Chardonnay, one would be well advised to regard this vintage as the embodiment of refinement—an elixir intertwining investment opportunity with unparalleled drinking pleasure.

Market price (HKD)

HK$198,730.00

12x75cl

Highest score

92

POP score

1732.5

Scores and tasting notes

92

The 2010 Meursault Rougeots is a bit rounder and more inviting than the Chevalieres at this stage. Here the fruit blossoms nicely to fill out the wine’s broad frame. There are a richness and creaminess in the Rougeots that make it surprisingly sumptuous and ample at this stage. At the same time, there is plenty of power waiting to emerge. If I were going to open a Coche 2010 early, I would probably start with the Rougeots. Anticipated maturity: 2016+. (Not yet released) Jean-Francois Coche’s 2010s have turned out just as I hoped they would, which is to say the wines are breathtaking. On average, yields were down 40%, so these already highly coveted, rare wines are going to be even more impossible to find than usual. Coche is adamant that opening his top 2010s before age ten is a total waste, something he repeated a few times during my visit. Accordingly, Coche doesn’t plan on releasing the Corton-Charlemagne for another few years. Unfortunately I wasn’t able to taste all of the 2010s from bottle, but this sample is a good representation of the vintage. Readers will find complete notes on the 2010s from barrel in our database at www.erobertparker.com. Importer: Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant, Berkeley, CA; tel. (510) 524-1524

Antonio Galloni - The Wine Advocate, 30 August 2012

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