2012 Domaine de la Romanee-Conti Richebourg Grand Cru

The 2012 Domaine de la Romanée-Conti Richebourg Grand Cru is one of the most prestigious wines of Burgundy, coming from the famous Richebourg vineyard. This wine is known for its powerful expression, refined complexity and excellent ageing potential. It is one of the jewels of the collection of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti (DRC). The Richebourg vineyard is located in Vosne-Romanée, in the Côte de Nuits, Burgundy. It is a grand cru vineyard, one of the highest classifications in Burgundy.

On the nose, Romanée-Conti Richebourg Grand Cru has a refined and complex scent, with aromas of blackcurrant, cherry, plum and floral notes such as violet. Subtle hints of spice, truffle, earth and a mineral core add depth. On the palate, the wine has a powerful structure with a remarkable balance between fruity sweetness, lively acidity and firm yet elegant tannins. Dark fruit flavours are supported by spicy and earthy nuances. The finish is long and intense, with a silky texture and a mineral freshness that emphasises the potential for further aging.

The Richebourg vineyard covers approximately 8 hectares, of which Domaine de la Romanée-Conti owns approximately 3.5 hectares. The vineyard has a chalky and clayey soil, ideal for Pinot Noir. The terroir gives the wine its powerful yet refined character. The slope and exposure provide optimal sunlight exposure and drainage. This wine has an exceptionally long life. Although impressive at a young age, it will continue to develop over the next 20 to 40 years. With age, the tannins soften and more secondary and tertiary aromas such as leather, tobacco and mushrooms emerge.

2012 was a challenging but very good vintage in Burgundy. The season was marked by difficult weather conditions: Hail, frost, and disease pressure severely limited yields. Due to these challenges, yields in 2012 were exceptionally low, resulting in a very concentrated and powerful wine. The grapes that were harvested were of high quality with a perfect balance between sugar and acidity. The scarcity and excellent quality make 2012 unique and highly sought after.

About Le Domaine de la Romanée-Conti

Le Domaine de la Romanée-Conti (DRC) is a legendary French winery located in Burgundy. The wines of Le Domaine de la Romanée-Conti are a unique opportunity to invest in sublime Burgundy. The wines are very scarce and available through a very limited number of points of sale. Read more under the Tab: Winery