Presentation
The Romanée-Saint-Vivant Domaine de la Romanée-Conti 2009 is a grand cru red Burgundy that embodies the finesse and spiritual depth of Vosne-Romanée. In this renowned vintage, the wine displays a rare balance between sensual charm and architectural precision, offering an expression that is both ethereal and intensely rooted in its terroir. It is a Pinot Noir of great purity, crafted for patient enthusiasts who seek nuance, texture, and lingering complexity rather than sheer power.
Origin and Production
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The vineyard of Romanée-Saint-Vivant lies in the heart of Vosne-Romanée, on gently sloping, well-drained limestone and clay soils. This terroir is famed for producing some of Burgundy’s most perfumed and refined wines, where minerality and delicacy prevail over opulence.
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The wine is made from 100% Pinot Noir, the emblematic grape of the Côte de Nuits. Here, Pinot Noir reaches a rare level of aromatic complexity and textural definition, capable of translating the slightest nuance of soil and climate.
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Vinification follows traditional Burgundian methods, with meticulous sorting of the grapes, gentle extraction and attentive élevage in oak barrels. The use of high-quality oak, in measured proportion, allows the wine to gain structure and harmony without masking the identity of the cru or the delicacy of the fruit.
Tasting
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Appearance
Deep yet translucent ruby, with bright reflections and a fine, almost velvety robe that reveals both concentration and elegance. The tears on the glass are slow and regular, hinting at a beautiful texture.
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Nose
The bouquet opens gradually with notes of ripe red berries, black cherry and wild strawberry, then evolves toward violet, rose petal and subtle oriental spices. With aeration, more complex nuances emerge: fine tea leaf, undergrowth, delicate truffle and a discreet touch of noble wood.
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Palate
The attack is silky and precise, marked by a refined tannic structure and a vibrant, elongated acidity. The mid-palate unfolds in layers of red and black fruit, floral notes and a chalky, saline minerality characteristic of great Vosne crus. The finish is very long, lifted and persistent, with spice and floral echoes that linger on the palate.
Food Pairings & Tasting Moments
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This cuvée pairs beautifully with haute cuisine: roasted pigeon, veal sweetbreads, Bresse poultry with morels, or a delicate lamb dish. It also shines alongside refined dishes based on mushrooms, truffle, or slow-cooked game birds, as well as aged but not overly powerful cheeses.
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The Romanée-Saint-Vivant Domaine de la Romanée-Conti 2009 is ideal for contemplative moments, a great gastronomic dinner or a special celebration. It deserves time, attention and a serene atmosphere to fully appreciate its evolution in the glass and its remarkable depth.
Cellaring Potential and Serving
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The minimum drinking window begins around 12–15 years after the vintage, when the structure starts to melt and the bouquet gains complexity.
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The 2009 vintage offers an excellent ageing potential: in optimal cellar conditions, this grand cru can evolve gracefully for several additional decades, gaining tertiary notes of undergrowth, dried flowers and spices while preserving its core of fruit.
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Serve at a temperature of 16–18°C, ideally after gentle decanting in its youth to help the aromas unfurl. Use large Burgundy glasses to highlight the wine’s aromatic finesse and delicate texture.
