At a glance

Producer

Domaine de la Romanée-Conti

Region

Burgundy, France

Grape variety

Pinot Noir

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Smooth

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$1,200 - $1,800 per bottle

Tasting profile

Red cherry and raspberry fruit, floral notes (violet), earthy forest floor, slight spice

Evolution: Over the next decade, develops mushroom, truffle, leather, and complex spice layers

At peak: Exquisite balance of fruit, earth, and elegant oak with silky tannins and length

Structure

Acidity

High, providing freshness and aging backbone

Tannins

Firm but fine-grained, well integrated

Alcohol

Approximately 13.5%

Aging potential

35-45 years from vintage

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2030 to 2040

Optimal window

2025 to 2040

Current status

Approaching early maturity, still youthful

Current condition

Bright fruit with evolving tertiary notes, good tannic structure

Exceptional terroir and vintage quality combined with the meticulous biodynamic farming and winemaking of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti ensure extended aging potential and development. 2017 was a strong vintage with ripeness and balance, granting longevity and complexity with further cellaring.

Food pairing

Ideal with roasted duck, game birds, grilled mushrooms, truffle dishes, and aged soft cheeses.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (1 hour) — Helps integrate tannins and open complex aromatics

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 9/10

Strict biodynamic viticulture, low intervention winemaking, composting, minimal use of sulfites, energy-efficient cellar

Domaine de la Romanée-Conti is globally recognized for pioneering biodynamic farming, enhancing biodiversity and soil health. Water conservation is practiced through natural soil moisture retention and no irrigation. Packaging uses premium glass but minimal additional materials. Transportation is conservative and favors local European distribution, reducing emissions.