Domaine de la Romanée-Conti – La Tâche Grand Cru 2014 – Burgundy France

Domaine de la Romanée-Conti La Tâche Grand Cru 2014 is a profound expression of the Domaine’s historic monopole vineyard. Produced from a challenging growing season that rewarded meticulous vineyard work, this vintage combines explosive aromatics, remarkable precision, and the immense structure required for decades of evolution in the cellar.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: Pinot Noir
• Region: La Tâche Grand Cru, Burgundy, France
• Vintage: 2014
• Farming: Biodynamic viticulture
• Style: Structured, age-worthy Grand Cru red Burgundy

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Medium to full-bodied, concentrated, and powerful
• Fruit: Raspberry, cherry, dark cherry, red berry fruit
• Savory: Rose petal, jasmine tea, bay leaf, brown spices, clove, nutmeg, crushed herbs, mint
• Structure: Intense minerality, fine-grained tannins, electric energy, extraordinarily long finish

The 2014 La Tâche reveals a remarkably complex bouquet that evolves continuously in the glass. Aromas of raspberry, cherry, rose petal, spice, and crushed herbs unfold alongside mineral and earthy nuances. The palate is simultaneously silky and powerful, combining concentration with exceptional precision. Layers of fruit and mineral intensity build gradually before culminating in a long, penetrating finish that showcases both the vineyard’s power and its remarkable finesse.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Produced from La Tâche, the historic monopole vineyard of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti
• A benchmark vintage defined by precision, structure, and extraordinary aging potential
• Combines explosive aromatics with the depth and complexity expected from one of Burgundy’s most celebrated Grand Crus

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Roast pigeon or duck
• Truffle-focused dishes
• Herb-crusted lamb
• Mature washed-rind cheeses

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Collectors seeking long-term cellar wines
✓ Burgundy enthusiasts fascinated by terroir and evolution
✓ Pinot Noir lovers who appreciate structure, precision, and complexity
✕ Not ideal if you prefer immediately expressive, fruit-forward wines

96 Points – Burghound
96 Points – Wine Advocate
96 Points – Vinous
94 Points – Decanter