Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, Romanée-Conti 1959
Grand Cru, Côte de Nuits
Levels: one 4cm, one 5cm; domaine embossed wax capsules, one remains of capsule, one missing wax capsule with domaine branding at top, torn, nicked and lightly bin soiled labels
2 bottles per lot

ABOUT THE WINE
Romanée-Conti,' as the local proverb goes, 'is the central pearl of the Burgundian necklace.' This minuscule vineyard gives its name to the most famous Domaine in the world, commonly referred to as 'D.R.C.' or, more reverentially, as The Domaine. The simple mention of the venerable DRC in general and its top wine, Romanée-Conti, more specifically, always elicits an ebullient response - memories are brought to life and experiences retold that truly express how drinking these wines can transcend one to another world. They are in a word, astonishing - a clear tribute to balance, finesse and refinement. Aubert de Villaine, co-owner of DRC, believes that "nothing is more difficult than to act simply: the ideal is to do nothing."

Noah's Pick
These two bottles of Romanée-Conti come with excellent provenance, they were originally offered in the sale of wines from Alejandro Zaffaroni, a collector who purchased the wines on release and stored judicially thereafter. A legendary vintage of Romanée-Conti that should be at its zenith.

Christie's London, November 27, 1969, lot 301
Christie's New York, Finest and Rarest Wines: The Exemplary Cellar of The Late Dr. Alejandro Zaffaroni and A Collection of Luce Direct from the Estate. Jun 18, 2015, lot 46