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Hedonism Wines
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Domaine de la Romanée-Conti is undoubtedly one of the most aspirational brands in the world of fine wine. With a fascinating history that goes back to the 16th century, today the estate is co-owned by two families, the de Villaine and the Leroy, with Alexandre Bernier in place as head winemaker. Only grand cru wines are produced by DRC, including this Richebourg, made from a 3.51-hectare parcel. The 2011 vintage is opulent and round, with a seductive flavour profile that is intricately layered. Drinking well now.

About this wine

The 2011 Richebourg from Domaine de la Romanée-Conti represents a vintage known for its elegance and finesse. Despite challenging weather conditions throughout the year, careful vineyard management and selective harvesting ensured a wine of remarkable depth and complexity. Noted for its layered complexity, the 2011 Richebourg DRC combines ripe red fruit notes with hints of spice, earth, and florals, leading to a long, nuanced finish.

Richebourg

The Richebourg collection from Henri Jayer encompasses some of the most prestigious and exquisite Pinot Noir wines in the world, sourced from the esteemed Richebourg Grand Cru vineyard in the heart of Burgundy's Vosne-Romanée. These wines are celebrated for their depth, complexity, and remarkable aging potential.

Domaine de la Romanée-Conti

Domaine de la Romanée-Conti is a renowned winery located in the Burgundy region of France. It produces some of the world's most sought-after and expensive wines, primarily from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes. The estate's flagship wine is the Romanée-Conti, which is a red wine made exclusively from Pinot Noir grapes grown in the Romanée-Conti vineyard, one of the most prestigious vineyard sites in Burgundy. In addition to the Romanée-Conti, the estate also produces several other exceptional wines, including La Tâche, Richebourg, Romanée-Saint-Vivant, Grands-Échezeaux, Échezeaux, and Montrachet. These wines are highly coveted by collectors and wine enthusiasts around the world for their complexity, finesse, and ability to age gracefully.