2014 Romanee-Conti
By Domaine de la Romanee-Conti
2014 Romanée-Conti from Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, Burgundy, France
The revered 2014 Romanée-Conti from Domaine de la Romanée-Conti represents a beacon of excellence amidst the variegated tapestry of Burgundian vintages. As one who has traversed the myriad expressions of this storied wine estate, the distinct attributes of the 2014 harvest yield a narrative woven with precision and harmony.
An Oenophile's Narrative: Investing in Liquid Elegance
In the constellation of fine wines, the 2014 Romanée-Conti shines with an aura that captures the essence of its terroir—an autumnal season that brought challenges yet culminated in grapes that achieved an immaculate balance of maturity and acidity. It is a testament to the unyielding commitment to uncompromising quality from Domaine de la Romanée-Conti.
The Vintage's Singularity: A Symphony of Earth and Ethos
Much like turning pages in an epicurean journal, tasting the 2014 Romanée-Conti unravels a sequence of sensory revelations. The vintage is marked by a vibrant ruby clarity and an olfactory ballet—ascending notes of ripe cherry and blackcurrant entangled with earthy whispers of truffle and fine spices, prophesying the profound complexity within.
Palatial grandeur unfolds on the tongue where ripe fruit adjoins an illustrious kingdom of minerality underlain by subtle tannins. As it breathes, it invites a contemplative journey through layers unveiled by time—each sip a delicate progression towards a finale that lingers with graceful persistence.
As one explores this vintage's cellar potential, there emerges a clear trajectory for its value curve—a confluence of critical acclaim and rarity that underscores any fine wine investment portfolio. The 2014 Romanée-Conti from Domaine de la Romanée-Conti embodies not just a remarkable year for Burgundy but stands as one of those curated collectibles poised for long-term appreciation.
In summary, when one articulates the merits of this illustrious libation, there are few words magnanimous enough to encapsulate its virtues fully. Yet for enthusiasts seeking both vinous pleasure and investment foresight, this vintage represents one such exceptional jewel—one in which the eloquent dialects of viticulture, climate, and artisanship resonate in exquisite harmony.
Market price (CAD)
$273,720.00
12x75cl
Highest score
97
POP score
9674.12
Scores and tasting notes
The 2014 Romanée-Conti Grand Cru was picked on 19 September, cropped at 32.6 hectoliters per hectare and bottled on 25 and 26 April 2016. I remember tasting this from barrel, thinking how taciturn it was, before coaxing out those subtle tertiary aromas. Here it remains bashful once more, however, it soon begins to open and deliver the ethereal, mineral-infused red fruit. It is almost conservative compared to the more multi-faceted 2014 La Tâche. This is precise and detailed, not inclined to deliver aromatic "thrills" at such an early juncture. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, perfectly judged acidity, perhaps fuller in the mouth than the 2013 Romanée-Conti, with volume and grip towards the finish. Paradoxically, it is also a discrete wine, quite linear and maybe without the sustained persistence that elevates the La Tâche. You could sum up this Romanée-Conti in three words: precision, precision, precision. A total of 657 cases were produced, which is much above the average of 450, but do not expect the normal economic rules of supply and demand to apply. Tasted February 2017.
Neal Martin - The Wine Advocate, 28 February 2017
The 2014 Corton Grand Cru was picked on 16 September at 25 hectoliters per hectare. It has a beguiling bouquet with wonderful lift and transparency: morello cherry, crushed strawberry, a touch of orange blossom, aromas that are beautifully defined. The palate is well balanced with a little chalkiness on the entry. It is brimming with quite feisty tart red fruit, a little spicier than previous vintages. The finish is elegant and refined, not as complex as I suspect the 2015 Corton will eventually become, yet there is wonderful harmony and mineralité in situ. One of the more "airy" Cortons from the domaine. 483 cases produced. Tasted February 2017.
Neal Martin - The Wine Advocate, 28 February 2017