Meursault 1er Cru Charmes 2020 - Fabien Coche
Burgundy, Cote de Beaune, Meursault, Premier Cru, Les Charmes, 2020 Vintage, Domaine Fabien Coche
Tasting notes for the Meursault 1er Cru Charmes 2020 - Fabien Coche
- EYE: This Meursault has a bright and luminous golden yellow color. Its appearance is clear and crystalline, revealing the quality of this premier cru wine.
- NOSE: Complex and intense aromas of white-fleshed fruits such as pear and apple can be discovered, accompanied by subtle nuances of exotic fruits like pineapple and mango. Notes of vanilla, fresh butter, and roasted hazelnut blend harmoniously, adding a more gourmet and elegant dimension to the overall profile.
- MOUTH: The wine reveals itself as rich and creamy. A velvety texture caresses the palate, while persistent fruity flavors unfold. Once again, white-fleshed fruits are present, accompanied by refreshing citrus nuances like lemon and mandarin. A slight minerality brings complexity, while a subtle presence of oak is felt, providing notes of vanilla and toasted bread. The whole experience is balanced with well-integrated acidity and a long and harmonious finish.
In short: The Meursault 1er Cru Charmes 2020 produced by Fabien Coche is an exceptional white wine. With its bright golden color, complex aromatic bouquet, and rich and creamy palate, it offers a remarkable tasting experience. The aromas of white-fleshed fruits, exotic nuances, and notes of vanilla and fresh butter blend harmoniously, creating a perfect balance. This wine pairs well with a wide variety of dishes, from shellfish to white meats, and soft cheeses. Its aging potential allows for an immediate tasting session, but also for allowing it to evolve over time and be enjoyed for many years to come (approximately 8 to 10 years, or even longer).
Other appellations from this estate: Bourgogne Aligoté, Bourgogne Côte d'Or Chardonnay, Saint-Aubin, Saint-Romain, Auxey-Duresses, Saint-Aubin Les Combes 1er Cru, Meursault, Meursault Le Limozin, Meursault Les Gruyaches, Meursault Les Chevalières, Meursault Les Luchets, Meursault Charmes 1er Cru, Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Folatières, Meursault Goutte d'Or 1er Cru, Meursault-Perrières 1er Cru, Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru, Bourgogne Côte d'Or Pinot Noir, Auxey-Duresses Rouge, Meursault Rouge, Auxey-Duresses 1er Cru Les Ecusseaux, Monthelie 1er Cru Les Barbières, Pommard Vieilles Vignes, Pommard 1er Cru La Platière, Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru...
Data sheet
- Vintage
- 2020
- Format
- 75 cl
- Color
- White Wine
- Grape Variety
- Chardonnay
- Appellation
- Meursault
- Region
- Bourgogne, Côte de Beaune
- Producer
- Famille Coche
- Classification
- 1er Cru
- Climat
- Charmes
- CRD
- Yes

Famous wine estate of Meursault
Fabien Coche is the great-grandson of Léon Coche, the founder of the eponymous wine estate during the 1920's. Thus, he is also the cousin of Raphaël Coche, current manager of the Domaine Coche-Dury (created by Jean-François Coche, one of the most famous winemakers in the world). Founded in 1940, the Domaine Fabien Coche used to be called "Coche-Bizouard", when Fabien was still working with his father, Alain Coche-Bizouard.
In his Meursault estate, located on the Burgundian Côte de Beaune, Fabien Coche stays true to the old winemaking techniques his family came up with during the early 20th century. He switched to organic farming a few years ago, to take better care of his 10 hectares of vineyard, although he only asked for an official certification in 2020. The soils are manually tilled and not a single drop of chemical is used, neither in the vineyard, nor the vats.
The result? Red and white wines that are impressively balanced, with a strong fruitiness and an incredible freshness. You can taste these wines when they're still fairly young but they're also perfect candidates for a few years of aging in a cellar. Fabien produces many high-quality appellations, such as the Saint-Aubin, Puligny-Montrachet, Pommard, Monthélie, Auxey-Duresses and other famous names. In total, around 50,000 bottles of wine come out of the Domaine Fabien Coche each year.
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