La Tâche 2022 – A Wine That Matches My Style

There are wines you drink, and then there are wines you experience. Domaine de la Romanée-Conti’s La Tâche falls squarely in the latter category. Holding a bottle of the 2022 vintage in my hands reminded me why this wine is not just legendary—it’s personal.

Why I Like It

La Tâche is more than a Grand Cru Burgundy; it’s a statement of elegance, complexity, and patience. The 2022 vintage, while still young, already shows the depth that makes this wine so iconic: layers of dark cherry, wild strawberry, earthy truffle, spice, and a whisper of rose petals. It balances power with finesse—structured yet graceful. That duality mirrors the way I approach wine (and life): bold enough to make an impression, refined enough to leave a lasting memory.

But let’s be clear: this isn’t a daily wine. La Tâche is a bottle for rare occasions, a reminder that sometimes the experience itself is the luxury. Even a small taste feels like an experiment in discovery, revealing something new each time the glass meets your lips.

How to Enjoy It

A wine of this stature demands respect, and part of enjoying it is slowing down. In America, we rush far too many things—meals, conversations, even milestones. Wine, especially a wine like La Tâche, invites us to bring back time and resist that rush.

Here’s how I like to approach it:

• Serve with Intention – Decant it, even if only briefly. The air wakes it up, revealing new dimensions with every swirl.
• Use the Right Glass – A large Burgundy bowl lets the aromatics unfold in layers.
• Give It Time – This is not a wine to rush. It’s a conversation that unfolds slowly, rewarding patience with evolving flavors and aromas. Watching La Tâche go from cool cellar temperature to room warmth is an experience in itself—the flavors shift, the texture deepens, and the memories come alive in stages.

Traditionally, people pair La Tâche with roast duck or filet, but that’s no longer my style. These days, I find the greatest joy in pairing it with pasta—a simple, soulful dish that connects me to family memories. The comfort of pasta and the depth of La Tâche transport me back to shared tables, travel experiences around the world, and nights when food and wine created moments that outlasted the meal itself. And yes, I still think of the incredible beef dishes I once savored on my travels—rich flavors that find a kindred spirit in a wine like this.

Why It Matches My Style

My style of wine is rooted in balance: bold fruit framed by elegance, depth with drinkability, complexity that doesn’t overwhelm. La Tâche embodies that balance perfectly. It’s unapologetically expressive yet never loud. It feels luxurious but not showy—refined, not pretentious.

If I could, I would spend more time drinking wine and talking about wine. Not because of the luxury, but because of the way it slows life down. A glass of La Tâche reminds me to savor details, embrace patience, and find harmony in contrasts. That’s why I’ll always connect with this wine—it reflects the style I admire and aspire to.