Domaine de la Romanée Conti, Romanée Saint Vivant 1994

Domaine de la Romanée-Conti in Vosne-Romanée is regarded as the embodiment of great Burgundy and is one of the most famous estates in the world. Its iconic Grand Crus – Romanée-Conti, La Tâche, Richebourg, Romanée-Saint-Vivant, Grands-Échézeaux, Échézeaux and Montrachet – come from strictly limited, partly exclusively farmed sites. Organic farming, extremely low yields and meticulous hand harvesting ensure grapes of exceptional quality. The domaine’s Pinot Noirs combine depth, silky tannins, complex aromas of red and dark berries, floral notes, spices and a striking limestone-driven minerality. They age for decades and, due to tiny production, are sought-after collectors’ wines – Burgundy in perhaps its most sublime form.

The Burgundy (Bourgogne) wine region is shaped by small parcels and historic vineyards. The focus here is on two grape varieties – Pinot Noir and Chardonnay – which reflect soil, climate and craftsmanship with exceptional transparency.

Between Dijon and Mâcon, a narrow band of vineyards stretches for around 250 km, each with its own distinctive character.