Domaine De La Romanee-Conti 1978 Romanee Conti

The Domaine De La Romanee-Conti 1978 Romanee Conti stands as a testament to the timeless allure of Burgundy's most revered vineyard. Its hue, a graceful garnet, hints at the wine's maturity and depth. Upon the nose, the aroma unfolds with a symphony of ethereal notes, evoking memories of sun-ripened cherries, delicate rose petals, and hints of exotic spices. With each swirl, the bouquet reveals layers of complexity, drawing the senses deeper into its captivating embrace. On the palate, the wine exudes an elegant refinement, with silky-smooth tannins that caress the tongue and a harmonious balance of fruit and acidity. Flavors of ripe red berries dance gracefully across the palate, accompanied by subtle earthy undertones that speak to the wine's terroir. The finish is long and lingering, leaving a lasting impression of grace and sophistication. The Domaine De La Romanee-Conti 1978 Romanee Conti is a masterpiece of winemaking, a true embodiment of Burgundy's finest traditions.

Robert Parker - 98 Points

"The 1978 Romanée Conti Grand Cru is a wine that I thought I would never taste. This bottle was served at a private dinner in Beaune with Bertrand de Villaine present. The bottom line is -- it delivered. With a thin tawny rim it shows its age, but the bouquet is truly transcendental, a mixture of red and black fruit such as wild strawberries and raspberry, and a hint of pomegranate all beautifully defined. With aeration it begins to offer more secondary aromas, such as brown sugar and a scent of a Tuscan delicatessen. The palate lives up to expectations with very fine tannins, fresh and tensile with a veneer of shimmering dark plum and raspberry fruit that soon gives way to more meaty notes, almost ferrous towards the finish. It has almost unbearable finesse. Is it a perfect wine? Almost. As much as I could, I drank this, as it is just a sublime and evocative Pinot Noir. Tasted November 2015."

Antonio Galloni - 96 Points

"This bottle of 1978 Romanée-Conti Grand Cru replicates the performance of the previous one in October 2016 and just like then, it is trumped by the 1978 La Tâche. That should not detract from a very fine Pinot Noir, even if nowadays you need to take out a mortgage to pay for it. It was picked on October 16 at a yield of 27hl/ha. Demonstrating wide bricking commensurate with age, it has a lovely bouquet that feels a little more ferrous than the last, mainly red fruit mixed with a curious espresso-like scent, though wonderfully defined. The palate is medium-bodied with exquisite harmony, notes of bay leaf and clove infusing the soft brambly red fruit with dried blood and iron filing notes towards the finish. It is just a little frayed around the edges at 40 years of age, but still a privilege to drink. Tasted at the Romanée-Conti dinner at the Connaught Hotel."