2020 Domaine Fabien Coche Meursault-Gouttes d'Or Premier Cru

The 2020 Domaine Fabien Coche Meursault-Gouttes d'Or Premier Cru is an outstanding white wine from the Côte de Beaune in Burgundy, sourced from one of the most highly regarded Premier Cru vineyards in Meursault. Fabien Coche is a relatively young and emerging winery that is praised for its precise and refined winemaking style, with great attention to terroir expression.

Terroir and vineyard

The Gouttes d'Or vineyard is one of the most prestigious Premier Crus of Meursault and is known for its rich clay and limestone soils. This terroir gives the wines a pronounced minerality and structure. The southern location of the vineyards ensures perfect ripening of the grapes, resulting in full, expressive wines with a good balance between freshness and richness.

Flavor profile

Fabien Coche's 2020 Meursault-Gouttes d'Or is characterised by:

• Color : A beautiful, golden color.
• Aromas : Complex aromas of ripe yellow fruits such as peach and apricot, combined with floral notes, roasted hazelnut, butter, and a hint of citrus.
• Palate : On the palate the wine is full-bodied, with rich, buttery textures, supported by lively acidity and mineral undertones. The wine has a long, refined finish with hints of almond and subtle wood use, enhancing its complexity and structure.

Aging potential

The 2020 vintage is fresh and approachable in its youth, but has excellent aging potential. The wine is expected to develop further over the next 10 to 15 years, gaining even more depth and complexity.