In the world of fine wines, there are names that transcend myth: not by chance, Domaine de la Romanée‑Conti has always occupied a position of absolute prominence. It is therefore understandable that the auction organised by iDealwine in June attracted the attention of collectors from around the world: a private collection of 124 bottles from the renowned Burgundy domaine was sold for a total value of nearly half a million euros—€490,104 including fees, to be precise. The collection, assembled over the years by a passionate collector of DRC wines, included some of the most sought‑after labels in contemporary Burgundy and consisted exclusively of bottles purchased directly from the producer. This factor, combined with the impeccable storage conditions, contributed to making it particularly attractive to the international market.
What the Collection Offered at the iDealwine Auction
The 124 bottles put up for sale represented an extraordinary selection of the principal cuvées produced by Domaine de la Romanée‑Conti.
Among them were seven bottles of Romanée‑Conti Grand Cru from the vintages 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2020 and 2022, alongside numerous bottles of La Tâche, Romanée‑Saint‑Vivant, Richebourg, Grands‑Échézeaux and Échézeaux. The collection was completed by some of the domaine’s most prestigious white labels, including Montrachet and Corton‑Charlemagne.
All the wines had been purchased directly from the producer and had never left the collector’s cellar. Stored in their original wooden cases and protected within straw packaging, they were presented in what were considered impeccable conditions.
The owner himself described the wines of Domaine de la Romanée‑Conti as “completely apart within the universe of great Burgundy wines,” explaining that he had decided to part with part of his collection in order to allow other enthusiasts to experience tasting these legendary wines.
Romanée‑Conti 2015 Leads the Sale
Topping the ranking of the most coveted lots was a bottle of Romanée‑Conti 2015, which was sold to a French collector for €20,380. This lot also recorded the highest level of competition, with 30 bids during the auction.
Overall, the seven bottles of Romanée‑Conti in the collection reached an average price of €16,893 each, once again confirming the uniquely prestigious position this Grand Cru continues to hold in the global fine wine market.
The entire collection achieved an average of €3,952 per bottle, well above initial estimates, which had been set at around €2,750. The level of competition was also particularly high, with an average of 5.6 bids per lot.
Asia Dominates Purchases, but France Leads in Value
One of the most interesting aspects of the sale was the geographic distribution of buyers.
The collection attracted purchasers from 17 different nationalities, confirming the global nature of the market for top Burgundy wines. In terms of volume, Asia dominated the auction, accounting for 46% of lots sold, with most purchases made by collectors from Hong Kong, alongside buyers from Singapore and South Korea.
Europe, excluding France, represented the second largest demand centre with 34% of lots, spread across countries including Germany, Luxembourg, Latvia, Poland, Denmark, Spain, Austria, Belgium, Italy, Switzerland and Estonia. The United States accounted for 7% of the sale.
Despite Asia’s dominance in terms of volume, France recorded the highest average spend per purchase, at €7,707, also supported by the fact that French collectors secured four of the seven Romanée‑Conti bottles in the auction.
Beyond Domaine de la Romanée-Conti: Fine Wine Continues to Grow
The sale confirms the particularly favourable moment for the fine wine market and the segment of top Burgundy grands crus.
According to data released by iDealwine, the French platform continues to strengthen its role as a global reference point for online wine auctions. In the first months of 2026 alone, through its International Wine Auction division, several lots have already exceeded the €20,000 mark, including a bottle of Château Mouton Rothschild 1945 sold for €32,960, a Clos de la Roche 1985 by Dujac and a Chambertin 1985 by Armand Rousseau, both sold for €20,254.
These figures demonstrate how great wines continue to be perceived not only as objects of desire for enthusiasts and collectors, but also as assets capable of maintaining a strong symbolic and cultural value within the global luxury landscape.
