Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru “Cuvée Duvault-Blochet” 2009 Domaine Romanèe Conti

Romanée-Conti Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru “Cuvée Duvault-Blochet” 2009

Romanée-Conti Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru “Cuvée Duvault-Blochet” 2009

Mature elegance from a unique Premier Cru by DRC

The 2009 vintage is one of the most opulent and captivating editions of the rare Cuvée Duvault-Blochet from Domaine de la Romanée-Conti. Made from young vines of the estate’s iconic Grand Crus—such as La Tâche, Romanée-St-Vivant, Richebourg, and Echézeaux—this Pinot Noir showcases remarkable depth, silkiness, and a mature personality.

Vineyard and Harvest

2009 offered ideal ripening conditions: a warm, stable vintage that brought rich, healthy grapes to full maturity. All vineyard work followed certified biodynamic principles. Harvest was manual with strict grape selection.

Winemaking

Spontaneous fermentation with native yeasts in open wooden vats, no temperature control. Malolactic fermentation occurred naturally. The wine was aged for 16–18 months in new French oak barrels. No filtration.

Tasting Notes

Appearance

Deep ruby with garnet reflections, showing noble evolution.

Nose

Rich bouquet of black cherry jam, wild berries, sweet spices, blond tobacco, leather, and forest floor. Delicate floral hints of dried rose and black tea.

Palate

Silky and wide on the palate with soft tannins and vibrant freshness. Long finish with refined fruit and earthy mineral tones.

Pairings

• Roasted duck with orange

• Guinea fowl in wine sauce

• Venison filet with Pinot Noir reduction

• Sautéed porcini mushrooms

• Aged Brie or 36-month Comté

Serving temperature: 16 °C
Decanting: recommended at least 1 hour

Technical Sheet

• Producer: Domaine de la Romanée-Conti

• Vintage: 2009

• Appellation: Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru “Cuvée Duvault-Blochet”

• Grape: 100% Pinot Noir

• Farming: Certified biodynamic

• Harvest: Manual, strict selection

• Fermentation: Native yeasts in wood vats

• Aging: 16–18 months in new oak

• Filtration: None

• Alcohol: approx. 13.5% vol

• Production: Limited

• Distribution: Allocation only

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.