Domaine de la Romanée-Conti : Echezeaux Grand cru 2022

Characteristics and Tasting Notes of the 2022 Echezeaux Grand Cru from Domaine de la Romanée-Conti

Tasting

Appearance
The colour reveals a bright, medium-purple red hue of beautiful density.

Nose
Seductive and remarkably rich, the bouquet exudes aromas of very ripe red fruits such as cherry, wild strawberry and raspberry, underscored by a touch of redcurrant. The whole is enhanced by floral nuances of violet and peony, as well as delicate mineral, vanilla, toasted bread and white pepper notes.

Palate
Generous and full-bodied, the palate seduces with its caressing texture and waves of fleshy fruit. Supported by a wonderfully fresh acidity and remarkably fine tannins, it reveals impressive depth before unfolding into a long, lingering finish.

Food and Wine Pairing

In its youth, this red wine pairs beautifully with roast quail with herbs, pork fillet mignon with chanterelles or monkfish with smoked bacon. After a few years of ageing, it will beautifully complement wild duck, feathered game in sauce, braised lamb shoulder or ripe soft-rind cheeses such as brie.

Serving and Cellaring

Delicious even in its youth, this 2022 Echezeaux Grand Cru also boasts excellent ageing potential and can be enjoyed until around 2042.

The Richness and Freshness of a Grand Cru from Burgundy by Domaine de la Romanée-Conti

The Estate

Located in the heart of Burgundy, the legendary Domaine de la Romanée-Conti oversees a vineyard of around 28 hectares, made up almost exclusively of grand crus. Although the origins of its lands date back to the Middle Ages, the estate was established under its current legal form in 1942. Today, this exceptional domaine is co-managed by Perrine Fenal and Bertrand de Villaine, representing the two co-owning families. Farmed organically and biodynamically, the estate stands out for its absolute rigour, producing wines that rank among the most prestigious and sought-after in the world.

The Vineyard

The Echezeaux appellation extends across the commune of Flagey-Échezeaux, within the Côte de Nuits. The estate cultivates over 4 hectares here, situated between 230 and 300 metres in altitude on gently sloping terrain. This complex terroir rests on Jurassic geological formations, combining Bajocian marls, clay-limestone soils, gravel and red silt. The influence of the Combe d'Orveaux brings natural ventilation to these vines, promoting optimal grape ripening.

The Vintage

The year 2022 was characterised by mild, generous weather conditions. This warm yet perfectly balanced vintage allowed the vines to flourish ideally, resulting in an abundant harvest and grapes of excellent ripeness.

Winemaking and Ageing

The winemaking process for this 2022 Echezeaux Grand Cru incorporates a proportion of whole-cluster grapes to preserve freshness and aromatic structure. The wine is then aged in oak barrels, with a significant proportion of new wood, refining the tannins while imparting subtle spicy and toasted notes before bottling at the estate.

Grape Variety

100% Pinot Noir