The 2018 Domaine Coche-Dury Puligny Montrachet Enseigneres is a white wine made from Chardonnay grapes, originating from the Puligny Montrachet sub-appellation in the Cote de Beaune region of Burgundy, France. This wine is produced by the renowned Domaine Coche-Dury and offers a classic representation of its terroir, known for its nuanced and elegant profiles.
Jasper Morris of "Inside Burgundy" awarded this wine a score of 93, describing it as having a "clean pale colour" with a nose that hints at sandalwood without being overly spicy. Morris emphasizes its Puligny character, highlighting "dainty little bits of fruit pervading the palate" and praising its "subtlety and length." He concludes that it is a "superbly nuanced wine which demonstrates why there is such a following for Coche-Dury Enseignères."
Another respected reviewer, Burghound, also rated this wine with a score of 93, noting its floral character with "honeysuckle, acacia and lavender notes." These floral elements add a touch of elegance to the wine's layered aromas of citrus, spice, pear, and soft wood. The review further describes the wine as rich, concentrated, and opulent, with medium-bodied flavors that are "blessed with plenty of dry extract that soaks the palate while buffering the firm acid spine shaping the beautifully persistent finish." Burghound suggests that while the wine is already impressive, it "needs to develop more depth with time in bottle" but appears to be "very promising."
With an alcohol content of 12.5%, this white wine is sealed with a cork and embodies the refined and elegant characteristics expected from a Puligny Montrachet. The balanced reviews from both Jasper Morris and Burghound highlight the wine's potential and its appealing qualities, making it a noteworthy choice for those who appreciate well-crafted Chardonnay from Burgundy.