Domaine de la Romanee-Conti - Richebourg Grand Cru 2018

The 2018 Domaine de la Romanée-Conti (DRC) Richebourg Grand Cru is a distinguished Pinot Noir from Burgundy's Côte de Nuits, celebrated for its exceptional elegance and depth.​
 
🍷 Tasting Notes
Aromas: The wine presents expressive aromatics, featuring dark berries intertwined with crushed limestone, pressed flowers, and a subtle hint of oyster shell. The fruit intensity increases with aeration. ​
Palate: On the palate, it showcases a cohesive structure with filigreed tannins, reminiscent of Romanée-Saint-Vivant, and immense depth, culminating in a cathedral-like finish. 
 
🏅 Critical Acclaim
Vinous: 96–98 points tastingbook.com​
Burghound: 97 points ​
Decanter: 97 points ​tastingbook.com
 
🍽️ Food Pairing
This wine pairs excellently with dishes such as duck, goose, and game birds. 
 
The 2018 Richebourg Grand Cru exemplifies the pinnacle of Burgundy winemaking, offering a wine of extraordinary depth, complexity, and finesse.​