2003 Arlot Romanée-Saint-Vivant Romanée-Saint-Vivant Rouge 750ml

2003 Domaine de l’Arlot Romanée-Saint-Vivant: Grand Cru Silk and Royalty

The 2003 Domaine de l’Arlot Romanée-Saint-Vivant Grand Cru Rouge 750ml captures the ethereal perfume and aristocratic finesse of Burgundy’s most celebrated village. In particular, Romanée-Saint-Vivant sits directly below Romanée-Conti, featuring fine limestone-clay soils that yield Pinot Noir of lace-like delicacy. In addition, the warm 2003 vintage produced rich, supple fruit that has matured into velvety tertiary harmony.

Tasting Notes for 2003 Arlot Romanée-Saint-Vivant

The wine opens with mature aromas of dried red cherry, wild raspberry, Asian five-spice, and dried rose petals. Furthermore, subtle secondary layers of forest floor, black tea, and crushed limestone emerge gracefully with decanting. On the palate, silky, finely polished tannins frame a vibrant core of mature red berries. Consequently, the finish lingers with remarkable poise, mouthwatering freshness, and lingering floral lift.

Key Wine Details

• Producer: Domaine de l’Arlot

• Vintage: 2003

• Appellation: Romanée-Saint-Vivant Grand Cru, Côte de Nuits, Burgundy, France

• Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir

• Format: 750ml

• Cellar Window: Drink now through 2035

Estate History and Heritage

Domaine de l’Arlot was acquired in 1987 by AXA Millésimes, quickly becoming a beacon of biodynamic viticulture in the Côte de Nuits. Specifically, legendary winemaker Jean-Pierre de Smet instituted gentle extraction, whole-cluster fermentation, and minimal oak to preserve site transparency. Moreover, their parcel in Romanée-Saint-Vivant is regarded as the jewel of the domaine.

Today, mature bottles of Arlot Romanée-Saint-Vivant are prized by collectors across the globe. As a result, this 2003 vintage offers serious connoisseurs an authentic taste of historic Grand Cru majesty.