May 2014. In vinous terms, the commune of Vosne-Romanée has often been described as the jewel in Burgundy’s crown. In particular, the wines from Domaine de la Romanée Conti (DRC), based in that commune, are possibly the most sought-after reds in the entire world. They are also astronomically expensive. This means that scarcely anybody who is not extremely wealthy ever gets a chance to taste them. Or even to sniff the cork. And that’s just the young vintages.
Posts Tagged ‘DRC’
Tasting 13 mature wines from Domaine de la Romanée Conti
Posted by Frank Ward on May 24, 2014
Posted in Burgundy, Mature wines, Tasting notes | Tagged: Aubert de Villaine, Burgundy, Christie's, Domaine de la Romanée Conti, DRC, Emile Peynaud, La Tache, Richebourg | Leave a Comment »
The Romanée Conti Expedition – Part II
Posted by Frank Ward on July 18, 2012
Our lunch at Le Millésime the previous day had been so enjoyable that we decide to repeat the experience today. Propinquity (it’s only two kilometres away) also plays a role in the decision. Another three courses for less than 20 Euros take the edge off our hunger, while the recollection of the stunning DRC wines, still perfuming our palates, has us almost panting aloud for a delicious wine. We go for a 2007 (a delectable, easy-to-drink vintage) Chambolle Musigny*** from Domaine Georges Roumier, one of Burgundy’s finest producers.
Posted in Burgundy, Tasting notes | Tagged: Alex Seysses, Burgundy, Domaine Dujac, Domaine Tollot-Beaut, DRC, Etienne Sauzet, Hostellerie des Clos, La Ferme du Vert, Le Montrachet, Nathalie Tollot, Romanée Conti | Leave a Comment »