Domaine de la Romanee Conti   Richebourg

2002 Richebourg

By Domaine de la Romanee-Conti

2002 Richebourg from Domaine de la Romanee-Conti, Burgundy, France

The 2002 vintage in Burgundy stands as a beacon of excellence, the year itself was marked by a harmonious climate, inevitably casting the wines from this period into the limelight. Within this vintage spectrum, the 2002 Richebourg from Domaine de la Romanee-Conti emerges as a paragon of finesse and complexity.

 

Exceptional Provenance Meets Investment Calibre

Few estates command the reverence granted to Domaine de la Romanee-Conti, and their 2002 Richebourg is a consummate example of viticultural pedigree fused with the rewards of long-term wine investment. Established collectors and newly-minted oenophiles alike regard it as an anchor for a well-rounded portfolio.

 

A Vintage Defined by Elegance and Poise

The 2002 Richebourg articulates the poetry of its terroir with unassailable clarity. An enthralling bouquet hallmarked by accentuated notes of Black cherries and violets beckons the connoisseur into a world where fruit purity coalesces with an earthy minerality unique to this Burgundian deity.

On the palate, the wine unfurls layers upon layers of intricately woven textures - silky yet profound tannins cradle the rich dark fruit core. The balance here is impeccable; generous yet lithe, powerful yet dignified, it courses through with an energy that holds promise for decades of evolution. Displaying a breathtaking complexity, interlacing savoury nuances with ephemeral floral hints, it captures the quintessence of its climat with poignancy and grace.

As it approaches two decades old, one can appreciate how magnificently it has entered its window of maturity. Its ability to retain such vibrancy and depth bears testament to the impeccable crafting by the masters at Domaine de la Romanee-Conti.

 

Summation: 2002 Richebourg - A Symphony in a Bottle

The 2002 Richebourg from Domaine de la Romanee-Conti represents not just a wine but an experience—a symphonic interplay of delicately poised elements that resonate on an almost metaphysical level. Erudite investors take heed; herein lies not just an illustrious vintage, but an art form etched into liquid history, ever burgeoning in stature within the sanctum of a discerning cellar.

Current market price

£47,250.00

12x75cl

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