2001 Romanee St Vivant
By Domaine Dujac
2001 Romanee St Vivant from Domaine Dujac, Burgundy, France
In the pantheon of Burgundy's fine wines, the 2001 Romanee St Vivant from Domaine Dujac stands out as a paragon of its vintage. As a seasoned critic who has traversed the length and breadth of wine's temporal tapestry, I have had the privilege to chronicle the unfolding story of this exceptional Burgundian plot.
Precision and Elegance: Exemplars of a Sterling Year
The turn of the millennium bestowed upon us a series of Burgundy vintages that spoke volumes of both challenge and triumph. Yet among them, 2001 whispers tales of a year where meticulous vineyard stewardship was paramount, and nowhere is this more evident than in the meticulous offerings from Domaine Dujac.
The 2001 Romanee St Vivant captures an exquisite narrative of its terroir - a symphony of ripe yet refined red fruits wrapped in a bouquet where roses marry with subtle hints of undergrowth and spice. The vintage was not as warm as its successor, the bold 2002, thereby bequeathing this 2001 with a more graceful arc, weaving structure with finesse until each sip lingers as a tantalising coda.
An Auspicious Investment: The Appeal of Domaine Dujac’s Craft
The shrewd investor knows that Domaine Dujac's creations are more than a sensual indulgence; they are wise additions to any investment portfolio. Romanee St Vivant, especially from an understated yet resplendent year like 2001, has shown a commendable performance in value over time.
A bottle from this particular vintage snuggled in your cellar is akin to possessing an intricate piece of art history - richly detailed with potential to become ever more appreciated with the passing years.
For those enamoured with the Burgundian ethos and for collectors coveting wines that embody both elegance and longevity, the 2001 Romanee St Vivant from Domaine Dujac is an unmissable chapter in your collection. Its poised expression is one that elevates it above mere commodity to become something eminently investable - conveying not just prestige, but also promise.
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12x75cl