Estates, Lineages & Iconic Cuvées
Where geology and viticulture meet human philosophy: explore benchmark domaines, century-spanning ownership genealogies, and iconic wines.
Domaine de la Romanée-Conti (DRC)
Monks of Saint-Vivant Abbey (1232) -> Prince of Conti (1760) -> De Villaine & Leroy / Roch families (present)
The undisputed summit of Burgundy. The 1.81-hectare monopole of Romanée-Conti was contested between King Louis XV's mistress Madame de Pompadour and Louis-François de Bourbon, Prince of Conti, who bought it in 1760 at an astronomical price.
Minimalist non-intervention. 100% whole-cluster fermentation in open wooden vats; indigenous yeasts; aging in 100% new custom François Frères oak barrels seasoned for 3 years; zero fining or filtration.
Romanée-Conti Grand Cru (Monopole)
“The apex of Pinot Noir: weightless yet infinite depth, spherical balance, and floral transcendence.”
La Tâche Grand Cru (Monopole)
“More flamboyant and muscular than Romanée-Conti, pulsing with dark cherry, violet, and electric limestone drive.”