2013 Meursault Les Perrieres
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The 2013 Meursault 1er Cru Perrières is showing well, wafting from the glass with aromas of citrus oil, crisp yellow orchard fruit, pastry cream and toasted sesame, subtly framed by a deft application of new wood. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, with a delicately textural attack, good depth and concentration at the core and a bright spine of acidity, concluding with a nicely defined finish. This isn't as powerful or muscular as Coche's 2013 Corton-Charlemagne, but alongside that wine it ranks, unsurprisingly, as one of the two high points in this comparatively challenging white Burgundy vintage. While the 2013 Perrières is somewhat approachable today, it is still several years away from its peak.
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Neal Martin
Jancis Robinson MW
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Just a little stinky on the nose. Then there is real attack and richness with massive tension. Sweet and powerful. Rich and not as concentrated as some vintages. Deep flavoured and layered. Honey but a bit of looseness too. (JR)
Pale, bright lemon-yellow. Flamboyant orange zest and stone aromas come across as a bit more exotic than those of the Genevrières. On the palate, the wine's creamy soft citrus fruit is energized by powerful sappy minerality. There's great stuffing here but this very long, palate-staining wine will need time in bottle.
About the producer
Domaine Jean-François Coche-Dury is one of the most sought-after names in Burgundy, famed for producing some of the most expensive white wines in the world. The demand for these fiercely collected wines far outstrips supply.