Romanée-Conti Wine Region

It is fair to say that the Romanée-Conti wine region is one of the most mythical wine region. It is found in Burgundy, Eastern France with Pinot Noir as its grape variety. This is one of the world's most expensive wines, and it's easy to understand why. It has a unique depth of flavour and complexity, and will be loved by those connoisseurs who like to explore new tastes. Romanée-Conti wine is the purest, most aristocratically intense Pinot Noir you'll ever taste. We highly recommend you visit the Romanée-Conti wine region and experience the delicious wines and local foods. The landscape is also beautiful so that's an added bonus!

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Where is the Romansée-Conti Wine Region

The Romanée-Conti wine region is a subregion of the Côte de Nuits region in Burgundy, France. It is situated in the commune of Vosne-Romanée and borders La Romanée in the west, Richebourg in the north, Romanée-Saint-Vivant in the east and La Grande Rue in the south.

History of Romansée-Conti

History says that the French prince only bought wines from the Romanée-Conti vineyard for himself. Romanée-Conti was taken during the French Revolution and auctioned off. The vineyard has a long history, and the first owners were Denis Chambon and Jean Leroy. It then fell into de Villaine's hands in 1897 at the end of the 19th century. The Romanée-Conti vineyard was once owned by Aubert de Villaine. Today, Domaine de la Romanée-Conti is the owner of the site and Aubert de Villaine is the manager.

Terrior of Romansée-Conti

Wine on the mid-slope of the Romanée-Conti enjoys an enviable terroir, with its well-drained limestone soils and easterly aspect. It slopes gently eastwards, thus making it have access to sunlight for much of the day. The soil in this region is made up of a mixture of pebbles and solid limestone, with clay surrounding the surface. The average age of the vines is 50 years, and they produce a comparatively low yield per year.

Romansée-Conti Characteristics 

Romansée-Conti red wines often give pleasant results from extended aging. As a general rule, they should not be drunk under about 10 years of age, sometimes they will be aged up to 20-30 years. Each Appellation has its own distinct personality depending on the year of production and development. These Flamboyant Red Wines have a full-bodied complexity that is reflective of Burgundian Pinot Noir, a very diverse grape. This wine has an interesting, varied taste featuring a mix of both sweet and sour flavors. It has a robust body to it as well giving you a different experience each time you drink it. This is a delicate and sensual wine that's upfront with its howling minerality and pepper.

Food to pair with Romansée-Conti

1. Beef bourguignon

Beef bourguignon is a rich and complex stew that originates from the region of Burgundy in France. There are many popular wines around the world, but for this dish, a robust red burgundy wine is used. Red Burgundy wine can soften and tenderize tough cuts of Charolais beef with savory additions such as onions, garlic, thyme and carrots. Sometimes mushrooms or even a few strips of dried orange are added to create a more flavorful dish. The ingredients are simmered for a long time until the meat is completely soft and succulent, and all the juices have blended into a hearty, dark sauce. Some say that the dish tastes even better after it has been refrigerated for 24 hours and then reheated over low heat. Beef bourguignon dates back to the Middle Ages and the slow-cooking process was used to soften tougher cuts of meat. By pairing a serving of beef bourguignon with a full-bodied red Burgundy wine, you can enjoy this traditional dish in an authentically French way. Romanée-Conti's rich, full flavour wine complements this dish perfectly.

2. Gaston Gérard Chicken

This Burgundian dish was created by Madame Gaston Gérard, wife of the mayor of Dijon at the time, who prepared it for Maurice Edmond Sailland, a famous French food writer visiting in 1930. Traditionally, there's a lot of variation in how recipes are made. However, they all share one thing - they almost always include Dijon mustard as an ingredient. Bresse chickens, which should always be used right when they're raised and prepared, are simmered with butter or oil and then dressed with white Burgundy wine, heavy cream, grated cheese and Dijon mustard. Their taste goes best with a glass of white Burgundy wine. The story of how Dijon mustard came about might sound a little bit odd as it is believed that Madame Gérard accidentally mixed mustard with the rest of the ingredients, but this didn't stop Sailland from liking the final result. The elegance of Romanee-Conti Wine compliments the rich flavor of this dish perfectly.

3. Jambon persillé

Jambon persillé is a French appetizer coming from the region of Burgundy. It consists of a ham hock that has been simmered in white wine, then made into a terrine with white wine and plenty of parsley. By the time the Romans arrived in Burgundy, the Ediun tribes were already great charcutiers. The Roman army introduced other key ingredients to this dish. The Romans used to tuck parsley into their clothing for protection. With all of the ingredients coming from the same region, it is no wonder that jambon persillé was created in the process. Romanée-Conti wine is perfect much with this dish.

Places to visit near Romansée-Conti

1. Musée Magnin

This stately townhouse features fine arts that shows the aesthetic of Louis XV and Charles XII. One of the most famous features of the museum is its French paintings from the 16th and 19th centuries. Visitors can also find impressive European paintings, as well as antique furniture in the 18th and 19th century.

2. Eglise Notre-Dame

The most impressive church in Dijon is the Notre-Dame church, built in the 13th century and made of glorious Gothic Burgundian style architecture. The outside includes frightening gargoyles, which provide a contrast to the harmonious inside.

3. Musée de l'Oeuvre Viollet-le-Duc

Located in Paris, the Musée de l’oeuvre Viollet-le-Duc was created to document the famed French architect and constructor Eugène Emmanuel Viollet-le-Duc's remaking of the Sainte Marie Madeleine basilica. Beginning work in 1840, Viollet reworked some of the most deteriorated parts and influenced his contemporaries. The museum also exhibits original sculptures from the basilica's facade, as well as capitals and statues from the basilica's sanctuary.

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