Product Description
A standout Aligoté from one of Burgundy’s most exciting under-the-radar domaines. Domaine Fabien Coche crafts this old-vine Aligoté from parcels planted between the 1950s and 1970s in Meursault, delivering unexpected depth and richness for the variety. Fabien Coche, cousin to the famed Coche-Dury family, has established his own reputation for purity, precision, and authenticity in winemaking—bridging the tension between tradition and modernity.
The 2023 Aligoté is strikingly complex: white flowers and struck match aromatics overlay ripe orchard fruit, citrus zest, and saline minerality. Its concentration reflects the estate’s old vines, while fermentation in stainless steel preserves freshness and energy. William Kelley (Wine Advocate) has called Fabien Coche “one of the most underrated sources of high-quality white Burgundy in the Côte de Beaune.”
For lovers of Chardonnay-based white Burgundy, this Aligoté offers remarkable value, punching well above its humble appellation and standing as a brilliant introduction to the domaine’s style.
Tasting Notes
NOSE
– Floral and lifted
White flowers, struck match, citrus zest, and a touch of orchard fruit.
PALATE
– Fresh yet textural
Layers of pear, apricot, and lemon peel balanced by saline minerality and bright acidity. Medium-bodied with nutty and spicy complexity.
FINISH
– Long and mineral
Steely, zesty persistence with a salty, mouthwatering close.
Reviews & Accolades
"Fabien Coche is one of the most underrated sources of high-quality white Burgundy in the Côte de Beaune."
William Kelley, Wine Advocate
"Freshness remains central, showing intensity and a floral lift with depth rarely seen for the appellation."
Vintage & Vine
"Medium-bodied with spicy and nutty layers, ripe zesty citrus, and a salty, steely tang on the finish."
Berry Bros. & Rudd
Finer Details:
Style – White Wine
Varietal – Aligoté
Country – France
Region – Burgundy (Côte de Beaune, Meursault)
Vintage – 2023
Bottle Size – 750ml
ABV – 12%
Closure – Cork