Fabien Coche – Meursault Les Chevalières 2023 – Burgundy France

Fabien Coche Meursault Les Chevalières 2023 is a remarkably expressive Chardonnay from one of Meursault's most highly regarded village-level lieux-dits. Situated on the same slope as several Premier Cru vineyards, Les Chevalières delivers exceptional depth, freshness, and mineral precision while showcasing the purity of Fabien Coche's organic farming and low-intervention winemaking.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Chardonnay
• Region: Meursault, Burgundy, France
• Vintage: 2023
• Vineyard: Les Chevalières
• Producer: Fabien Coche
• Farming: Certified Organic (2023), practicing organic since 1998
• Harvest: Hand harvested
• Vinification: Whole-cluster pressing with extended lees aging
• Aging: Up to 18 months on lees for Meursault wines
• Vineyard Area: 12 hectares total estate holdings
• Style: Dry white Burgundy

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Medium to full-bodied
• Fruit: Pear, citrus, orchard fruit
• Savory: Chalk, spice, subtle smoky reduction, struck-match complexity
• Structure: Concentrated, energetic acidity, exceptionally long finish

Located just above the village of Meursault on a cooler hillside site, Les Chevalières combines richness with freshness and lift. The 2023 displays floral aromatics, chalky minerality, and impressive old-vine concentration. Notes of pear fruit, spice, and subtle smoky reduction add complexity, while the cooler terroir preserves vibrant acidity and precision. The result is a village Meursault with remarkable depth and Premier Cru-like character.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Les Chevalières sits alongside some of Meursault's finest hillside vineyards and often performs above its classification
• Certified organic and crafted by one of Meursault's most respected growers
• Combines old-vine intensity, freshness, and mineral precision at an exceptional value compared to neighboring sites

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Seared scallops
• Lobster and shellfish
• Roast chicken with herbs
• Aged Comté cheese

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Lovers of classic Meursault
✓ Fans of mineral-driven Chardonnay
✓ Drinkers seeking Premier Cru quality at village-level classification
✕ Not ideal if you prefer heavily oaked white wines