Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru “Cuvée Duvault-Blochet” 2019 Domaine Romanèe Conti

Romanée-Conti Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru “Cuvée Duvault-Blochet” 2019

The Premier Cru by DRC: elegance, precision, and depth

The 2019 Duvault-Blochet cuvée showcases the extraordinary savoir-faire of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti applied to a rare and refined Premier Cru. Made from the young vines of the estate’s Grand Crus (including La Tâche, Richebourg, Romanée-St-Vivant, and Echézeaux), this wine delivers a pure and vibrant expression of Pinot Noir—unmistakably DRC.

Vineyard and Terroir: carefully selected Grand Cru parcels

The grapes come from young vines planted in the noble terroirs of the Côte de Nuits. The 2019 vintage brought excellent ripeness and balance, resulting in rich, aromatic fruit. Certified biodynamic farming, low yields, and manual work ensure quality and terroir fidelity.

Winemaking: natural fermentation, absolute respect for the grape

Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts takes place in open wooden vats, followed by natural malolactic fermentation. The wine is aged for 16–18 months in new French oak barrels, without fining or filtration.

Tasting Notes: aromatic finesse and silky structure

Color
Bright ruby-red with violet hues.

Aroma
Redcurrant, sour cherry, white pepper, dried flowers, forest floor, and a hint of incense.

Palate
Pure and linear with silky tannins, fresh acidity, and a lingering, savory finish.

Food Pairings

• Roast pigeon with pomegranate sauce

• Venison fillet with Pinot Noir reduction

• Tournedos Rossini

• Wild mushroom risotto

• Aged bloomy rind cheeses (e.g., Brillat-Savarin)

Serving temperature: 14–16 °C
Decanting: Recommended (at least 45 minutes in youth)

Technical Sheet

• Producer: Domaine de la Romanée-Conti

• Vintage: 2019

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

• Grape: 100% Pinot Noir

• Farming: Certified biodynamic

• Harvest: Manual, strict selection

• Fermentation: Spontaneous in wood vats with indigenous yeasts

• Aging: 16–18 months in new French oak

• Fining/Filtration: None

• Alcohol: Approx. 13.5% vol

• Production: Very limited

• 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.