Domaine de la Romanee Conti   Richebourg

2007 Richebourg

By Domaine de la Romanee-Conti

2007 Richebourg from Domaine de la Romanee-Conti, Burgundy, France

The 2007 vintage from Burgundy's hallowed grounds became a testament to the deft craftsmanship at the esteemed Domaine de la Romanee-Conti. Presented here is a wine that exudes the poise and complexity synonymous with the name — the 2007 Richebourg.

 

Distinct Vintage, Definitive Elegance

In juxtaposition to its peers, the 2007 Richebourg navigated a year marked by early promise and august apprehensions. Yet it's the unanticipated harmony in this challenging milieu that emphatically underscores the triumph of terroir and technique at Domaine de la Romanee-Conti. An unusually warm April led to precocious vines, while the remainder of the growing season vacillated, bringing forth diligent vineyard management and exacting selection.

This rigorous refinement is palpable in every glass — beguiling aromas of ripe cherry and subtle spices unfold graciously, leading to an understory of earthy minerals where the typicity of Richebourg's robust grace achieves full expression. The palate luxuriates in elegant tannins and a poised acidity that carries whispers of oak, yielding to a lingering finish that invites contemplation of its storied origins.

 

A Vintage Worthy of Investment

For enthusiasts and fine wine investors alike, the 2007 Richebourg harmonises investment potential with sensory delight. Lesser heralded upon release in contrast to more ebullient years, it has undeniably ascended to reverential stature through bottle evolution, demonstrating Domaine de la Romanee-Conti's proficiency in revealing the latent splendour within each vine's fruit.

As years pass, patience garners its reward; those who have been judicious in their acquisitions find themselves custodians of a vintage that now radiates with an improved clarity of character. This transformation resonates with wisdom, underscoring the intrinsic value embedded within this profound Burgundian articulation. Indeed, the 2007 Richebourg stands as one of Burgundy's serene giants — a compelling chapter in the annals of viniculture virtuosity.

Market price (GBP)

£38,850.00

12x75cl

Highest score

92

POP score

3237.5

Scores and tasting notes

92

The 2007 Richebourg Grand Cru from Domaine de la Romanée-Conti is a wine that is "open for business" like many 2007s that decided that there is little point in waiting to please wine lovers. The color gives a lot away. Compared to a dozen other Richebourg, this was the palest in color by far - though looks can be deceptive, especially here. The aromatics still show the stem addition quite conspicuously, although I noticed that these aromas, which are almost ash-like, subside with continued aeration over 40-45 minutes. The palate is medium-bodied with tart red cherry and raspberry fruit, a fine line of acidity and wonderful transparency. I would not hold it up as an exemplar of Richebourg, rather a Grand Cru that is just delicious to drink at the moment. Something I did notice was how it coalesced and gained weight with aeration, so despite its paleness, do not fear decanting this Richebourg for 30 minutes.

Neal Martin - The Wine Advocate, 29 November 2015

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