Romanée-Saint-Vivant Grand Cru — The Absolute Grace of Vosne-Romanée

Among the six legendary Grands Crus of Vosne-Romanée, Romanée-Saint-Vivant embodies finesse and sensuality at their highest level. Located just south of Richebourg, on barely 9.44 hectares, this iconic Grand Cru is a model of balance, complexity, and refinement. Its name pays tribute to the ancient Priory of Saint-Vivant, founded in the 9th century by Benedictine monks — among the first to recognize the greatness of these exceptional terroirs.

A Terroir of Great Distinction

Facing east on gently sloping, well-drained land, the fine clay-limestone soils give the wines an elegant and silky structure. The temperate microclimate of Vosne-Romanée allows for slow and even ripening of Pinot Noir, resulting in wines of rare aromatic purity and incomparable subtlety.

Notable Proprietors

Domaine de la Romanée-Conti (approx. 5.3 ha, main monopole)
Domaine Leroy
Domaine Arnoux-Lachaux
Domaine Hudelot-Noëllat
Domaine Cathiard

Style & Character

Romanée-Saint-Vivant Grand Cru is the epitome of airy elegance. The bouquet reveals exquisitely delicate floral and spicy notes: rose, violet, black cherry, wild strawberry, nutmeg, sandalwood, and black tea. On the palate, the texture is silky, fluid, and almost caressing, supported by subtle acidity and exceptionally fine tannins. The long, vibrant finish leaves an impression of grace and purity rather than power. This is a wine that doesn’t impose itself — it seduces, moves, and lingers in memory.