COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Domaine de la Romanée-Conti
REGION
Burgundy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
La Tâche Grand Cru is a prestigious appellation in Burgundy's Côte de Nuits, exclusively owned by Domaine de la Romanée-Conti (DRC). This monopole vineyard, meaning DRC is the sole proprietor, allows for complete stewardship from vine to bottle. The vineyard's name, derived from 'La Tâche' meaning 'the task' or 'the patch', hints at its historical land divisions. Its roots trace back to monastic origins, contributing to its deep viticultural heritage. The 2002 vintage, from an excellent growing season, offers a refined expression of this celebrated terroir, known for its opulent complexity and profound connection to its specific plot of land.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€7000
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
15-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
La Tâche vineyard is a monopole of DRC.
Fact 02
Vineyard name means 'the task' or 'the patch'.
Fact 03
Parts of the vineyard date back to monastic times.
Fact 04
DRC has practiced organic farming since 1985.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for La Tâche begins with hand-harvesting, ensuring only the ripest and healthiest grapes are selected. The grapes are gently destemmed and crushed before undergoing fermentation, often with indigenous yeasts, which contributes to the wine's complexity. Extended maceration allows for optimal extraction of color, tannins, and aromas. Following fermentation, the wine is aged in French oak barrels for around 17-18 months, with the proportion of new oak carefully managed. Domaine de la Romanée-Conti adheres to organic farming principles, emphasizing vineyard health and minimal intervention throughout the winemaking process to allow the unique terroir of La Tâche to be expressed.
