DRC Grands Echezeaux Grand Cru Red Wine | Vintage Year | Top Critics Scores

Domaine de la Romanée-Conti’s 2020 Grands Echézeaux Grand Cru stands as a masterclass in Burgundy Pinot Noir craftsmanship. Hailing from the esteemed Côte de Nuits region in France’s Burgundy appellation, this wine exemplifies the precision and elegance that define DRC’s legacy. Crafted from 55+-year-old vines in Echezeaux’s prime terroir, this 2020 vintage delivers a sensory journey praised by critics worldwide—earning 97 points from Decanter and Wine Advocate, alongside 96 points from Burghound and Vinous.

Upon opening, the wine reveals a restrained yet powerful bouquet of ripe red and dark berries interwoven with violet, sandalwood, and exotic tea notes. As it breathes in the glass, layers of black cherry and mulberry emerge alongside hints of earthy smoke and saline minerality. The palate is both opulent and agile—rich yet seamless—with fleshy fruit depth balanced by vibrant acidity and supple tannins that promise decades of graceful evolution. Critics highlight its “striking intensity” and “imperceptible tannic structure,” making it a standout among DRC’s 2020 releases.

Aged in French oak barrels and bottled after meticulous care—only 11,515 bottles produced—this Grand Cru is designed for patient cellaring or rare occasions where its complexity can shine. Its combination of immediate allure and aging potential positions it as both an indulgence for connoisseurs and a collectible investment for discerning enthusiasts. Whether sipped now with time to open or cellared for future enjoyment, this limited-production gem captures Burgundy’s finest expression at its peak.