Richebourg 2021 Domaine Romanèe Conti

Richebourg Grand Cru 2021 – Domaine de la Romanée-Conti

The Powerful Elegance of Vosne-Romanée in a Classic, Refined Vintage

The Richebourg Grand Cru 2021 from Domaine de la Romanée-Conti is the ultimate expression of noble strength in Pinot Noir. Located in the heart of the Côte de Nuits, this legendary vineyard produces one of the most profound and age-worthy wines of Burgundy.

In this cooler, classic vintage, the 2021 Richebourg shows remarkable aromatic precision, vibrant energy, and minerality, echoing the finest traditions of the appellation.

Terroir

Power, Depth, and Verticality

The Richebourg climat spans roughly 8 hectares, with just over 3.5 hectares owned by DRC. The clay-limestone soils contribute depth, structure, and an austere elegance. All vines are cultivated using certified biodynamic methods, yielding concentrated and expressive fruit.

The 2021 Vintage: Freshness and Balance

A cooler year with a late harvest, 2021 yielded wines of great tension and finesse. Slow ripening led to balanced acidity, refined tannins, and pure fruit expression—hallmarks of a vintage that will age beautifully.

Vinification & Ageing

Natural fermentation using indigenous yeasts in open vats, no artificial temperature control. Gentle extraction and 18 months of barrel ageing in new French oak, unfiltered and unfined.

Tasting Notes

• Color: Deep ruby with purple hints

• Nose: Red and black fruits, violets, black tea, underbrush, and spice

• Palate: Silky tannins, mineral depth, vibrant acidity, endless finish

Pairing Suggestions

• Roast pigeon with black truffle

• Venison loin with Pinot Noir reduction

• Duck breast with honey and pink pepper

• Porcini mushroom risotto

• Aged raw-milk cheeses (Epoisses, Langres)

Serving Temperature

16–17°C, decanted 1 hour in youth.

Tech Sheet

• Grape: 100% Pinot Noir

• Appellation: Richebourg Grand Cru AOC

• Producer: Domaine de la Romanée-Conti

• Agriculture: Certified biodynamic

• Harvest: Manual, strict selection

• Ageing: 18 months in new oak

• Alcohol: ~13% vol

• Production: Extremely limited

• Filtration: None

• Distribution: Allocated only

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Domaine de la Romanée‑Conti

The absolute essence of Burgundy—built on rigor, land, and time

The Domaine de la Romanée‑Conti, widely known as DRC, is far more than a wine producer—it is a global icon and a symbol of enological perfection located in the heart of Côte de Nuits, in Vosne‑Romanée. Its history spans centuries and is intertwined with the legendary vineyard that bears its name—Romanée‑Conti—already revered in the 18th century, contested by nobles and cardinals. The Domaine’s modern identity was shaped in the 20th century by the de Villaine and Leroy families, who continue to share its management and vision. All its vineyards are Grand Cru, nestled in Burgundy’s most prized plots—from La Tâche and Richebourg to Romanée‑Saint‑Vivant and Montrachet. With extremely limited production, each bottle is the result of an unwavering pursuit of purity, depth, and terroir fidelity.

In the vineyard: rigorous biodynamics and profound respect for terroir

At DRC, organic farming is not a trend, but a deeply held conviction. The vineyards have been certified biodynamic for years, though respect for the land predates any certification. Every vineyard practice—including harvest—is done by hand, grounded in the goal of expressing each cru fully. Each vine is treated as a unique individual; there is no forcing, no irrigation, no synthetic products. Exceptionally low yields, coupled with vine age, yield grapes of unparalleled concentration and complexity. Central to the philosophy is time—time to listen to the soil, observe the vine, and wait for perfect maturity. Only through such patience can one create a wine capable of transcending decades.

In the cellar: rigor, gravity, and almost religious classicism

Winemaking at DRC is marked by monastic precision, with meticulous observation of each micro-lot. Grapes are sorted one by one with obsessive care. Fermentation occurs in oak vats with native yeasts, often using whole clusters, and with no artificial temperature control. The must follows its natural course, without mechanical interference. Post-fermentation, wines are aged roughly 18 months in 100% new barriques, always with the aim of preserving, not masking, the wine’s identity. There is no room for shortcuts or compromise. Each cuvée is bottled unfiltered after a slow, precise, and silent evolution. The result is a wine beyond time—devoid of fashion or concession, speaking with an ethereal, vibrant, unmatched voice.