Red wine

Domaine de la Romanee-Conti, Romanee-Conti Grand Cru 2016

RRP 3,250 per bottle
UK Stockist
96
Tasted on
29/01/2019
Tasted by
Adam Lechmere
Tasted in
London

Backward aromas seem to be the hallmark of the vintage and on the Romanee-Conti (over £3000 a bottle before tax) it’s carried through to a palate which in my notes I describe as “intimate” and “calm”. Impressions of control and restraint: juicy, defined, delicate tannins producing cataracts of juice. It’s a beguiling mouthful, intense with promise of fabulous opulence to come. The mid-palate is earthy, savoury, with licorice notes and this lovely spicy fruit, bramble and aromas of hedgerow. What a treat to come.

Drinking Window
2028 - 2050
Colour
Red
Wine Style
Still
Alcohol
13.5%
Country
France
Region
Burgundy
Bottle size
75cl
Grape Varieties
Pinot Noir (100%)