Domaine de la Romanée-Conti – Corton Grand Cru 2010 – Burgundy France

Domaine de la Romanée-Conti Corton Grand Cru 2010 is one of the earliest releases from the estate’s historic Corton holdings, acquired from Prince Florent de Merode. Produced using the same meticulous viticulture and winemaking philosophy that define DRC, this Grand Cru Pinot Noir combines perfume, freshness, and remarkable precision.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: Pinot Noir
• Region: Corton Grand Cru, Burgundy, France
• Vintage: 2010
• Farming: Biodynamic viticulture
• Style: Structured, age-worthy Grand Cru red Burgundy

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Medium to full-bodied, refined
• Fruit: Strawberry, raspberry, redcurrant, blue fruit
• Savory: White pepper, spice, floral notes, saline minerality
• Structure: Fresh acidity, fine tannins, exceptionally long finish

The 2010 Corton opens with intensely perfumed aromas of strawberry, raspberry, spice, and floral notes. The palate balances vibrant fruit with mineral precision and freshness, showing remarkable energy and lift. Layers of red fruit, pepper, and saline complexity carry through a long, structured finish that highlights the elegance of the 2010 vintage.

❤️ Why We Love It

• One of the earliest Corton vintages produced by Domaine de la Romanée-Conti
• Crafted from Grand Cru vineyards farmed biodynamically by one of Burgundy’s most respected estates
• Combines aromatic finesse, freshness, and long-term aging potential

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Roast duck breast
• Herb-crusted lamb
• Wild mushroom dishes
• Aged Époisses or Comté

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Collectors of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti
✓ Lovers of elegant, age-worthy Pinot Noir
✓ Burgundy enthusiasts seeking Grand Cru pedigree and complexity
✕ Not ideal if you prefer bold, heavily extracted red wines

92+ Points – International Wine Cellar
92 Points – Vinous
92 Points – Wine Advocate
18/20 – Jancis Robinson