Romanee Conti DRC 1998 NFT

The Romanée-Conti DRC 1998 is a distinguished Grand Cru Burgundy from the renowned Domaine de la Romanée-Conti. Known for its stringent vineyard practices, DRC employs strictly low yields to enhance the expression of its terroirs. This vintage presents pronounced notes of dark fruit such as blackcurrants and raspberries, complemented by hints of earthiness and savoury undertones. The palate is structured, with firm tannins and a balanced acidity that leads to a lengthy finish.

The 1998 Romanée-Conti from Domaine de la Romanée-Conti presents a deep ruby colour and immediately distinguishes itself from what is typically encountered at this stage of maturity. The nose is notably deep and layered, revealing aromas of orange compote alongside red and black cherry, supported by the domaine’s hallmark spice and floral notes.

On the palate, the wine is refined, pure and concentrated, offering medium full flavours delivered with extraordinary precision and detail. The finish is long and beautifully persistent, unfolding with clarity and quiet authority. As the wine sheds its youthful richness, an underlying structural framework is becoming increasingly evident, pointing clearly to its long term intent.