Romanée-Conti (French edition) by Richard Olney | Flammarion

The book Romanée-Conti (French edition), written by Richard Olney and published by Flammarion, is a deep dive into the world of the most mythical of Burgundy's great wines. Through its pages, the author transports us to the slopes of the great crus of Vosne-Romanée, where the legendary plot of Romanée-Conti is nestled.

A historical and sensory exploration

Olney describes the Romanée-Conti as "the most Proustian of the great wines," a metaphor that highlights the intense sensory experience offered by this unique wine. Each sip reveals subtle notes of wilted rose petal, an timeless sensation that awakens memories and stirs buried emotions, recalling the theme of "time regained" dear to Proust.

An exceptional terroir

The Romanée-Conti is much more than just a wine. It is the culmination of a rich history, linked to an exceptional terroir. The plot, located on the slope of the great crus of Vosne-Romanée, benefits from unique geological and climatic conditions that give the wine an unmatched quality. For centuries, this plot has been carefully cultivated, respecting ancestral viticultural traditions that make it possible to produce a wine that, through its singular qualities, stands out from other great crus while summarizing, concentrating, and sublimating them.

An ode to nature

This book does not just describe an exceptional wine. It also conveys a strong message about the relationship between man and nature. According to Vérane Frédiani and Franck Ribière, Olney's work is a major resonance in the current context. At the beginning of the third millennium, they remind us of the importance of a healthy and sustainable relationship with nature to continue producing wines of exceptional quality. The Romanée-Conti is irrefutable proof: to create a wine of such perfection, man must position himself as a humble and devoted partner of the living.

An essential read for enthusiasts

This richly illustrated and documented book is a reference for anyone interested in the history of wine, viticulture, and oenology. With its 192 pages, it offers a captivating plunge into the world of Romanée-Conti, a wine that has continued to fascinate enthusiasts and connoisseurs through the centuries.

Technical details:

• Format: Hardcover
• EAN13: 9782080269690
• ISBN: 978-2-08-026969-0
• Publisher: Flammarion
• Publication date: 09/14/2022
• Collection: Wines & Others
• Number of pages: 192
• Dimensions: 26.9 x 22.6 x 1.9 cm
• Weight: 1154 g
• Language: French

The book Romanée-Conti by Richard Olney is an ode to viticultural perfection, a tribute to an exceptional wine, and a reminder of the importance of preserving our relationship with nature to continue producing wines that defy time. An essential read for all wine and viticultural history enthusiasts.