Domaine de la Romanée-Conti Grands Échezeaux – Grands Échezeaux Grand Cru – Red – 2009:

 

The DRC Grands Échézeaux: Power and Pedigree

The Grands Échézeaux from Domaine de la Romanée-Conti (DRC) is a Grand Cru that commands respect. Often overshadowed by its monolithic neighbors, this wine is a ‘rugby player’ in density and structure, yet draped in the finest Burgundian silk. It’s a powerful expression of Pinot Noir, forged in the exceptional terroir of Flagey-Échezeaux, showcasing the DRC’s commitment to biodynamic excellence and meticulous winemaking.

Tasting Notes (Classic Profile)

• **Color:** Deep, brilliant ruby, transitioning to garnet with bottle age.
• **Nose:** A profound and evolving bouquet, opening with black fruit (black plums, currants) and wild berries, moving into savory spice, rose petals, forest floor, and incense notes.
• **Palate:** The entry is unctuous, leading to a concentrated, layered mid-palate framed by impressively firm, fine-grained tannins and crackling acidity. It is deeper and more structured than the Echézeaux, built with an explosive, vertical feel. The finish is remarkably long and savory.

Pairing & Service Recommendations

Decant this wine and serve it between 60°F and 64°F (16°C-18°C) to allow its complex bouquet to unfold. This is a wine for special occasions and equally grand cuisine.

• **Suggested Pairings:** Classic Beef Wellington, dry-aged ribeye with mushroom duxelles, or roasted venison loin.
• **Age-Worthiness:** Designed for the long haul-it needs time to develop its full tertiary complexity.

Grands Échezeaux Grand Cru 2009
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