Domaine de la Romanée-Conti – Corton Grand Cru 2012 – Burgundy France

Domaine de la Romanée-Conti Corton Grand Cru 2012 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: 2012
• Farming: Biodynamic viticulture
• Style: Structured, age-worthy Grand Cru red Burgundy

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Full-bodied, dense, and powerful
• Fruit: Raspberry, red berry fruit, dark berry notes
• Savory: Clove, cinnamon, mace, underbrush, white pepper
• Structure: Saline minerality, firm tannins, exceptional length

The 2012 Corton Grand Cru is a wine of remarkable concentration and energy. Aromas of ripe raspberry, exotic spice, and forest floor emerge from the glass, while the palate delivers impressive volume balanced by a pronounced mineral backbone. Saline notes, white pepper, and vibrant acidity give lift to the wine’s considerable power, leading to a long, structured finish that rewards patience in the cellar.

❤️ Why We Love It

• One of the earliest Corton vintages produced by Domaine de la Romanée-Conti
• Combines Grand Cru power with the precision and farming philosophy of DRC
• Built for long-term aging, with structure and minerality that continue to evolve over time

🍽️ 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
91 Points – Burghound
18/20 – Jancis Robinson