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DOMAINE DE LA ROMANEE-CONTI
"Romanée-Conti," as the local proverb goes, "is the central pearl of the Burgundian necklace." This minuscule vineyard gives its name to the most famous Domaine in the world, commonly referred to as 'D.R.C.' or, more reverentially, as The Domaine.
This pearl, this small jewel, just under 5 acres, was coveted by a famous collector of jewelry, Madame de Pompadour, but she was out bid by the Prince de Conti, hence the name. The King's minister won against the King's mistress! In 1868 the vineyard passed to the de Villaine family and is still, today, managed by Aubert de Villaine.
This offering represents a rare opportunity to pick up pristine examples of Romanée-Conti from the best vintages.
Romanée-Conti--Vintage 1962
Côte de Nuits, Domaine de la Romanée-Conti
Level: 5cm; domaine embossed lead capsule cut and missing prior to Christie's inspection to reveal vineyard and vintage branded cork. Wildman import label partially overlapping front label
"Wow! Wow! Wow! Super-ripe, super fresh, and super long. The '62 RC delivered smoky campfire and savory, gamey notes up front followed by a ripe perfume of red fruits and violets, followed by a minerally, earthy firmness. On the palate the wine was powerful and dynamic, bet exquisitely balanced with no heaviness. Almost unbelievably long on the finish. Truly an experience to remember." At dinner with clients in Hong Kong, November 2009
1 magnum per lot
"Romanée-Conti," as the local proverb goes, "is the central pearl of the Burgundian necklace." This minuscule vineyard gives its name to the most famous Domaine in the world, commonly referred to as 'D.R.C.' or, more reverentially, as The Domaine.
This pearl, this small jewel, just under 5 acres, was coveted by a famous collector of jewelry, Madame de Pompadour, but she was out bid by the Prince de Conti, hence the name. The King's minister won against the King's mistress! In 1868 the vineyard passed to the de Villaine family and is still, today, managed by Aubert de Villaine.
This offering represents a rare opportunity to pick up pristine examples of Romanée-Conti from the best vintages.
Romanée-Conti--Vintage 1962
Côte de Nuits, Domaine de la Romanée-Conti
Level: 5cm; domaine embossed lead capsule cut and missing prior to Christie's inspection to reveal vineyard and vintage branded cork. Wildman import label partially overlapping front label
"Wow! Wow! Wow! Super-ripe, super fresh, and super long. The '62 RC delivered smoky campfire and savory, gamey notes up front followed by a ripe perfume of red fruits and violets, followed by a minerally, earthy firmness. On the palate the wine was powerful and dynamic, bet exquisitely balanced with no heaviness. Almost unbelievably long on the finish. Truly an experience to remember." At dinner with clients in Hong Kong, November 2009
1 magnum per lot