Domaine de la Romanée-Conti - Montrachet - Grand Cru

96 points - The Wine Advocate
99 points - The Wine Advocate
97 points - The Wine Advocate
95 points - The Wine Advocate
95 points - The Wine Advocate
97 points - The Wine Advocate
100 points - The Wine Advocate
Domaine de la Romanée-Conti - Montrachet - Grand Cru - 2018 - 75cl - Onshore Cellars

Domaine de la Romanée-Conti - Montrachet - Grand Cru

96 points - The Wine Advocate
99 points - The Wine Advocate
97 points - The Wine Advocate
95 points - The Wine Advocate
95 points - The Wine Advocate
97 points - The Wine Advocate
100 points - The Wine Advocate
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The 2019 Montrachet Grand Cru is a broad, dramatic wine, bursting with aromas of honeyed pears, orange oil, buttered toast, fresh mint, peaches and even tropical fruits. Full-bodied, thick and unctuous, it's ripe and textural, with a fleshy core of fruit, lively acids and a long, expansive finish. Readers might want to think of this powerful, broad-shouldered wine as a modern-day version of the 1989.
The Montrachet Grand Cru is a broad, dramatic wine, bursting with aromas of honeyed pears, orange oil, buttered toast, fresh mint, peaches, and even tropical fruits. Full-bodied, thick, and unctuous, it's ripe and textural, with a fleshy core of fruit, lively acids, and a long, expansive finish.
Aromas of crisp green pear, citrus oil, mandarin, fresh pastry, clear honey, and oak vanillin introduce the 2017 Montrachet Grand Cru, a full-bodied, deep, and textural wine that's voluminous and powerful but incisive, with racy structuring acids and a long, chalky and elegantly honeyed finish. "If we had tried to conceive of the ideal Montrachet, we might have imagined something like this," admits Bertrand de Villaine, and the 2017 certainly numbers among the finest renditions of this iconic bottling over the last decade and beyond.
The 2015 Montrachet Grand Cru is still predictably youthful, unfurling in the glass with aromas of crisp Anjou pear, buttered citrus, tangerine oil, and a prominent framing of very classy new oak. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, multidimensional, and concentrated, both satiny and textural without being remotely unctuous, and underpinned by succulent, even tangy acids. At this stage, where the wine really shows its pedigree is in its extraordinarily long, oak-inflected finish.

Domaine de la Romanée-Conti - Montrachet - Grand Cru

Indulge in the luxurious taste of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti's Montrachet Grand Cru, a wine that is sure to impress even the most discerning of palates. This wine is made from Chardonnay grapes grown in the Montrachet vineyard, which is known for producing some of the finest white wines in the world.

The Domaine de la Romanée-Conti has a rich history dating back to the 13th century, and has been producing some of the world's most sought-after wines for centuries. The Montrachet Grand Cru is no exception, with its complex and layered taste profile that is sure to leave a lasting impression.

On the nose, this wine boasts aromas of ripe fruit, honey, and toasted nuts, while on the palate, it is rich and full-bodied with notes of citrus, vanilla, and a hint of minerality. The finish is long and lingering, leaving a pleasant aftertaste that will have you reaching for another glass.

This wine is best enjoyed with a decadent meal, such as lobster or foie gras, and is perfect for special occasions or as a gift for the wine lover in your life. So why not treat yourself to a bottle of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti's Montrachet Grand Cru and experience the pinnacle of luxury in the world of wine.

This is another legend in a bottle and, as such, must be tasted with caution to avoid falling victim to the classic Stendhal Syndrome and thus the incapacity to appreciate any other wine and the risk of falling into a deep depression.
This is another legend in a bottle and, as such, must be tasted with caution to avoid falling victim to the classic Stendhal Syndrome and thus the incapacity to appreciate any other wine and the risk of falling into a deep depression.
This is another legend in a bottle and, as such, must be tasted with caution to avoid falling victim to the classic Stendhal Syndrome and thus the incapacity to appreciate any other wine and the risk of falling into a deep depression.
A broad, muscular wine, the 2009 Montrachet Grand Cru delivers a rich bouquet of honeyed orchard fruit, tangerine oil, toasted nuts, and baking spices. Full-bodied, fleshy, and layered, with a concentrated core of fruit and considerable mid-palate weight, it's dramatic and expansive, gaining in vivacity with time in the glass. Surely one of the most powerful white Burgundies produced in this vintage, it is aging with grace and offers compelling drinking today.
As the late picking date would suggest, this is a very ripe and wonderfully nuanced wine with a brilliantly complex nose of white peach, pear, exotic yellow fruits, acacia blossom and citrus hints that complement perfectly the rich and monumentally constructed flavors that possess an almost chewy texture yet the mouth feel is one of satin and silk, all wrapped in a palate staining mildly toasty finish that displays impeccable balance and incredible length. To call this a knockout seems almost like faint praise but it is one genuinely stunning wine that should live for 30 to 40 years.

Domaine de la Romanée-Conti - Montrachet - Grand Cru

Indulge in the luxurious taste of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti's Montrachet Grand Cru, a wine that is sure to impress even the most discerning of palates. This wine is made from Chardonnay grapes grown in the Montrachet vineyard, which is known for producing some of the finest white wines in the world.

The Domaine de la Romanée-Conti has a rich history dating back to the 13th century, and has been producing some of the world's most sought-after wines for centuries. The Montrachet Grand Cru is no exception, with its complex and layered taste profile that is sure to leave a lasting impression.

On the nose, this wine boasts aromas of ripe fruit, honey, and toasted nuts, while on the palate, it is rich and full-bodied with notes of citrus, vanilla, and a hint of minerality. The finish is long and lingering, leaving a pleasant aftertaste that will have you reaching for another glass.

This wine is best enjoyed with a decadent meal, such as lobster or foie gras, and is perfect for special occasions or as a gift for the wine lover in your life. So why not treat yourself to a bottle of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti's Montrachet Grand Cru and experience the pinnacle of luxury in the world of wine.

Wow, what a wine. Exotic scents of apricot, pineapple, citronella and honey are still marked by oak. On the palate, this is rich and creamy, almost massive, but unfolds in waves, with fine structure and a long mineral finish. All the elements are there for a great future. As perfect a young white Burgundy as I have tasted.

Domaine de la Romanée-Conti - Montrachet - Grand Cru

Indulge in the luxurious taste of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti's Montrachet Grand Cru, a wine that is sure to impress even the most discerning of palates. This wine is made from Chardonnay grapes grown in the Montrachet vineyard, which is known for producing some of the finest white wines in the world.

The Domaine de la Romanée-Conti has a rich history dating back to the 13th century, and has been producing some of the world's most sought-after wines for centuries. The Montrachet Grand Cru is no exception, with its complex and layered taste profile that is sure to leave a lasting impression.

On the nose, this wine boasts aromas of ripe fruit, honey, and toasted nuts, while on the palate, it is rich and full-bodied with notes of citrus, vanilla, and a hint of minerality. The finish is long and lingering, leaving a pleasant aftertaste that will have you reaching for another glass.

This wine is best enjoyed with a decadent meal, such as lobster or foie gras, and is perfect for special occasions or as a gift for the wine lover in your life. So why not treat yourself to a bottle of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti's Montrachet Grand Cru and experience the pinnacle of luxury in the world of wine.

Type:
White
Country:
France
Region:
Burgundy
Appellation:
Montrachet
Producer:
Domaine de la Romanée-Conti
Grapes/Blend:
Chardonnay
Style:
Grand Cru
Serving temp:
8° - 10° C
ABV:
14%
Pairing Sugesstions:
Lobster, Shellfish, Goat Cheese, Cream, Mushrooms, Fresh Herbs and Aromatic Dishes

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Domaine de la Romanée-Conti

Domaine de la Romanée-Conti

Unusually for Burgundy the wines are matured entirely in new French oak barrels, for between sixteen and twenty months. It is undoubtedly this oak influence that lends them...

Unusually for Burgundy the wines are matured entirely in new French oak barrels, for between sixteen and twenty months. It is undoubtedly this oak influence that lends them their depth and hugely long-lived ageing potential Multilayered and full flavoured with huge depth and power, and yet the beguiling ethereal delicacy of Burgundy. Truly sublime.

In many ways, Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, or just DRC, is the greatest wine estate on earth producing some of Burgundy’s greatest (and most expensive) wines.

"Domaine de la Romanée-Conti – the most hallowed name in Burgundian wine, and quite possibly the entire vinous world; a name that is implicitly regal, indisputably coveted and effortlessly content in its position of unimpeachable noblesse. DRC. Its acronym alone suffices to command the attention of everyone who aspires to enter the realm of wine Valhalla.” Sotheby’s New York

The history revolves around the ownership of the eponymous vineyard. Called La Romanée, for reasons unknown, it was the subject of a bidding war between Madame Pompadour, the mistress of Louis XV, and her bitter rival, the Prince of Conti. He won, and added his name in victory. Of course the Revolution soon put paid to all that. Ownership has passed down through one or two families and multiple generations since then and the Domaine is now run by Aubert de Villaine and Henri-Frederic Roch.

Making wines almost exclusively from Grand Cru vineyards, including the wholly owned monopole parcels of La Tâche and La Romanée-Conti itself (from which the estate takes its name), the wines of DRC offer another dimension to Burgundy.

“I am reminded of my university studies in music. There are some compositions that are so profoundly moving because they only point out the futility in trying to truly understand them. Some things remain beyond the full grasp of the human intellect. Romanée-Conti is the vinous equivalent.” Antonio Gallioni

Unusually for Burgundy the wines are matured entirely in new French oak barrels, for between sixteen and twenty months. It is undoubtedly this oak influence that lends them their depth and hugely long-lived ageing potential Multilayered and full flavoured with huge depth and power, and yet the beguiling ethereal delicacy of Burgundy. Truly sublime.

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Burgundy

The French Wine region of Burgundy (aka “Bourgogne”) may be small in size, but its influence is huge in the world of vino. The complexity of Burgundy...

The French Wine region of Burgundy (aka “Bourgogne”) may be small in size, but its influence is huge in the world of vino. The complexity of Burgundy can cast fear into the heart of even a seasoned wine pro, but fear not – the region need only be as complicated as you want it to be. Yes, it is home to some of the most expensive wines in the known universe, but there are also tasty and affordable wines.

Main grapes:

Pinot Noir originated in Burgundy and these vines cover 34% of the region, accounting for 29% of overall wine production. The red grape does extremely well in limestone and clay soil, which helps create their complexity. Pinot Noir wines from Burgundy range in colour from cherry to brick, are light in body, and typically have red fruit and spicy flavours. Gamay is a red grape also grown in Burgundy, but only makes up 10% of the vines.

Chardonnay is the primary grape for white wines in Burgundy, making up 48% of the vines and 68% of production. Chardonnay appreciates Burgundy’s marl soil, which gives it delicate floral, fruit, and mineral aromas and full-bodied flavours. Aligoté is the second white grape, accounting for 6% grown. {Read more about the ancient Aligoté grape in Burgundy.}

The region does produce a sparkling wine called Crémant de Bourgogne. It can be made from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Aligoté, Gamay, Sacy, and Melon. Varieties include blanc, blanc de blancs, blanc de noirs, and rosé.

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Montrachet

Montrachet is one of the most prestigious and revered wine appellations in the world, located in the Burgundy region of France, specifically within the Côte de Beaune area....
Montrachet is one of the most prestigious and revered wine appellations in the world, located in the Burgundy region of France, specifically within the Côte de Beaune area. It straddles the villages of Puligny-Montrachet and Chassagne-Montrachet. The appellation is exclusively devoted to white wines made from the Chardonnay grape.

The Montrachet vineyard is relatively small, covering approximately 8 hectares, but it produces wines that are considered the epitome of white Burgundy, commanding high prices and immense respect worldwide. The vineyard's location on a mid-slope with excellent exposure to the sun, coupled with a unique terroir characterized by a thin layer of soil over limestone, provides optimal conditions for growing Chardonnay grapes that express a remarkable intensity and complexity of flavors.

Montrachet wines are known for their extraordinary depth, power, and longevity. They typically display a rich bouquet of aromas, including almond, toast, butter, and honey, combined with a balanced acidity and a mineral backbone that reflects the limestone-rich soil. These wines are often described as having a perfect harmony between richness and elegance, with an ability to age gracefully for decades.

The wines from Montrachet are highly sought after by collectors and wine enthusiasts, and they are often considered benchmarks for quality in white winemaking. The prestige of Montrachet is such that its name is shared by several other neighboring Grand Cru vineyards that include "Montrachet" in their names, such as Bâtard-Montrachet, Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet, and Chevalier-Montrachet, each producing wines with distinct but similarly high-quality profiles.
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