Echezeaux DRC 1993

DRC Echézeaux 1993 is a medium-bodied red wine from the Grand Cru climat of Echézeaux in the Côte de Nuits. With a rich heritage that goes back to the 16th century, Domaine de la Romanée-Conti needs no introduction. The estate, which is co-owned by the Villaine and Leroy families, is the largest proprietor of Grand Cru vineyards in Vosne-Romanée. The domaine has always cultivated its vines according to the principles of organic farming and in 2017 obtained the Biodyvin biodynamic certification. On the 1993 Echézeaux. "The once explosive black fruit nose has now begun to evolve and while still showing obvious class and breed, also displays the front edge of maturing fruit, spice and earth notes along with a hint of herbal character. The still firm but softening flavours possess impressive concentration with excellent depth of extract and lovely persistence. This has all the material it needs for a very long life and it should go for 30 years with no difficulty at all if properly stored. For my personal taste, this has arrived at its peak though I stress that there is absolutely no rush to drink up because as I note, this should hold for a long time to come. Tasted four times in the last few years with consistent results." Burghound, 2017