2001 Romanee-Conti
By Domaine de la Romanee-Conti
2001 Romanée-Conti from Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, Burgundy, France
In the annals of viticulture, there are few names that sparkle as resolutely as Domaine de la Romanée-Conti. The revered estate offers an exquisite portfolio of wines, where elegance and finesse are not only preserved but celebrated. Among its gems, the 2001 Romanée-Conti unequivocally holds a place as one of the most distinguished emissaries for fine wine connoisseurs and investors alike.
The Quintessence of Terroir and Time
Often, when one encounters a vintage such as the 2001 from Burgundy—a year that was defined by its balance rather than extremes—it's the inherent harmony within the bottle that captivates. The growing season was marked by moderate temperatures, subtle rainfall, and a halcyon autumn, which boded well for an exceptional harvest. Patience and precision in both viticulture and winemaking have allowed the truest expressions of terroir to shine through.
A Vintage Characterised by Elegance and Longevity
The imbibing experience of the 2001 Romanée-Conti from Domaine de la Romanée-Conti is akin to a symphony where each sip is a movement that builds upon the last. Initial notes reveal an intriguing complexity with layers of dark fruits interlaced with whispers of earthiness and spice. A stately structure guides one through the tapestry of flavours, whilst supple tannins suggest an admirable potential for further ageing. As it breathes, one is enveloped by its profound depth—an arresting testament to its illustrious origins.
This particular vintage shines as an investment piece not merely for its storied provenance but for its embodiment of a season where nature conspired to create perfection within the bottle. Winemakers at Domaine de la Romanée-Conti harnessed the serendipitous clime with remarkable skill, leaving us a legacy of what can only be described as liquid artistry.
The narrative woven into each decanter of the 2001 Romanée-Conti speaks as much to the discerning palate as it does to the astute investor—both will find resonance in its sublime continuity. A beacon within your portfolio, this wine's grace is matched only by its indubitable value appreciation potential over time.
Market price (CAD)
$349,850.00
12x75cl
Highest score
92
POP score
17517.5
Scores and tasting notes
The extroverted 2001 Romanee-Conti is medium to dark ruby-colored and displays intensely spicy black cherry aromas. Juicy, supple, as well as packed with spiced, candied black fruits, this medium-bodied wine is concentrated, lush, and velvety-textured. It reveals more tannin than its siblings, yet it is ripe and enveloped in fruit. Projected maturity: 2005-2014. Concerning the 2001s, de Villaine, the Domaine de la Romanee-Conti’s co-director, stated that “it was not an easy year, it was a real roller coaster for vignerons. The estate’s vineyards, like everyone in Burgundy, had rot infestations so we did two harvests, one for the best, healthiest bunches and then another. Of course, we meticulously sorted all the fruit as we always do.” Those readers who are always looking for news concerning the next vintage will be interested to hear the following. Unlike almost all his colleagues who said that 2002 was going to be a spectacular vintage, de Villaine informed me that it would “another irregular year.” Importer: Wilson-Daniels, St. Helena, CA; tel. (707) 963-9661
Pierre Rovani - The Wine Advocate, 29 June 2003