Burgundy & Champagne
Live Virtual Auction, 25 July 2021
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Burgundy & Champagne
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About this Item
Domaine de la Romanée-Conti is one of the most enigmatic names in the wine world, conjuring up notions of exclusivity and desirability. It is the only Burgundy wine producer with a status comparable to the top Bordeaux producers. Its prestige, and historical links with royalty, has made it the foremost name in Burgundy, a region which has been experiencing significantly increased demand over recent years, becoming a priority for international collectors.
One of the most renowned vineyards in the world, located in the commune of Vosne-Romanée. The wines of incredible Grand cru sites of Échézeaux, Grands Échézeaux, La Tâche, Richebourg and Romanée-Saint-Vivant, are praised for their subtle and mysterious nature.
Guided by the relentless pursuit of excellence, passed down from generation to generation, Domaine de la Romanée-Conti’s mission is to make its Grands Crus the greatest in all of Burgundy. Few would dispute that the wines of DRC are some of the world’s finest.
Critics Ratings
‘Still deep ruby. Initially there is a touch of reduction though it rapidly departs to reveal relatively deeply pitched, maturing and layered aromas of orange compote, red and black cherry along with the usual spice and floral notes. The refined, pure and concentrated medium full-bodied flavors possess the usual spectacular detail on the gorgeously persistent, intense and mineral-driven finish. The 1998 RC is starting to resolve its supporting structure but it's not yet there and to my taste it will certainly benefit from another 5ish years of cellaring though note that it should be capable of gracefully maturing over the next 40 years, perhaps longer.’ - Allen Meadows, Burghound.com, 95/100 (Apr 2015)
‘Ruby-red. Pungent aromas of sappy black raspberry, cassis and violet, with a strong oak component. Great volume and thickness in the mouth; seamless, deep and stylish, with great persistence and big, ripe tannins that spread out on the palate.’ - Stephen Tanzer, Vinous, 93-96/100 (Mar 2000)
Provenance
Wine Cellar Private Client
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