About this wine
Coche-Dury's Meursault Perrières is widely considered one of the greatest white wines in the world. Sourced from the legendary Perrières vineyard, known for its stony, limestone-rich soil, this wine exhibits unparalleled precision, tension, and mineral depth. It is characterized by a complex aromatic profile of citrus, white flowers, toasted hazelnuts, and a signature reductive flintiness. With extraordinary aging potential, it evolves into a masterpiece of texture and intensity, representing the pinnacle of Burgundian Chardonnay craftsmanship.
This is a legendary wine that defines the standard for white Burgundy; it is an experience rather than just a drink.
Sommelier's Note
"This is the absolute pinnacle of Meursault. You must experience its legendary mineral tension at least once in your life; it is the benchmark against which all other Chardonnays are measured."
Food Pairings
Pairs exceptionally well with lobster thermidor, roasted turbot with butter sauce, and aged Comté cheese. Its high acidity and mineral structure also complement delicate Japanese dishes such as grilled sea bream with salt or fatty tuna sashimi.
When to drink it
Best reserved for milestone celebrations, high-end fine dining, or as the centerpiece of a serious collector's tasting.
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Chardonnay
- Style
- White
- Price Range
- ¥800,000-1,500,000+
Terroir & Winemaking
The grapes are harvested at optimal maturity and undergo gentle pressing. Fermentation occurs in oak barrels, with a strictly controlled percentage of new oak to preserve terroir expression. The wine undergoes long aging on fine lees with regular bâtonnage, followed by minimal intervention before bottling to ensure purity and longevity.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does it taste like?
- It offers a profound concentration of citrus, flint, toasted nuts, and saline minerality with a laser-like focus.
- What should I pair it with?
- It pairs perfectly with high-quality seafood, particularly grilled white fish or refined Japanese sashimi.
- When is the best time to drink it?
- It requires at least 10 to 15 years of aging to reach its peak, though it can easily last for 30 years or more.
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