When it comes to this year’s most coveted wines, Burgundy once again reigns supreme. Its celebrated limestone soils and age-old terroirs yield some of the most luxurious Pinot Noir expressions the world has ever known.
The wines of this region are not just drinks—they're artifacts of vinous devotion, commanding eye-watering sums and inspiring fierce loyalty from collectors and critics alike.
In 2025, the list of top red Burgundies features familiar titans, wines so legendary that change comes at a glacial pace—if at all. These wines are like the rock icons of the wine world. Their greatness is undisputed, their legacy nearly untouchable. Think of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti as the Rolling Stones of wine—timeless, peerless, and still at the very top.
But this year, cracks are beginning to show—even if only faint ones. Some longtime fixtures have slipped slightly, prices have begun to dip, and new contenders are inching their way into the pantheon. Here’s how the top 10 red Burgundies of 2025 stack up by Wine-Searcher:
1. Domaine de la Romanée-Conti Romanée-Conti Grand Cru
- Score: 98 points
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Price: USD 23,504 (↓ from USD 24,251 in 2024)
The undisputed king. Still untouchable in reputation and quality, though the slight price dip reflects broader market shifts.
2. Domaine de la Romanée-Conti La Tâche Grand Cru Monopole
- Score: 97 points
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Price: USD 6,234 (↓ from USD 6,838)
A single-vineyard gem that continues to deliver with precision, elegance, and power.
3. Domaine Armand Rousseau Père et Fils Chambertin Grand Cru
- Score: 96 points
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Price: USD 3,935 (↓ from USD 4,423)
A muscular, age-worthy Pinot Noir with peerless structure and finesse.
4. Domaine de la Romanée-Conti Echezeaux Grand Cru
- Score: 94 points
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Price: USD 3,416 (↓ from USD 3,641)
Perhaps the most underrated in the DRC lineup, but showing consistent form.
5. Domaine de la Romanée-Conti Romanée-Saint-Vivant Grand Cru
- Score: 96 points (↑ from 95)
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Price: USD 3,862 (↓ from USD 4,154)
An uptick in critical acclaim shows this wine’s seductive evolution is being noticed.
6. Domaine de la Romanée-Conti Richebourg Grand Cru
- Score: 96 points
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Price: USD 4,681 (↓ from USD 5,094)
Always a powerhouse, Richebourg’s allure continues even amidst market corrections.
7. Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé Musigny Grand Cru Cuvée Vieilles Vignes
- Score: 95 points
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Price: USD 1,027 (↓ from USD 1,097)
Still a benchmark for the Musigny site, offering precision and ethereal grace.
8. Domaine de la Romanée-Conti Grands Echezeaux Grand Cru
- Score: 95 points
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Price: USD 3,747
New to the top 10 this year, rising from obscurity thanks to its structured beauty and newfound collector attention.
9. Domaine des Lambrays Clos des Lambrays Grand Cru
- Score: 94 points
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Price: USD 481
An incredible value for a Grand Cru, this wine’s rise speaks to shifting market appetites.
10. Domaine du Clos de Tart Clos de Tart Grand Cru Monopole
- Score: 95 points
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Price: USD 703 (↓ from USD 725)
Still strong, though it has fallen slightly in ranking, suggesting increased competition at the top.
Out of the Picture: Leroy Musigny Grand Cru
Last year’s #10 is absent this year, and for good reason. While its quality is unimpeachable, the price has ballooned from USD 48,957 to USD 53,792—perhaps pricing itself out of relevance in a market becoming more sensitive to value. Like Icarus flying too close to the sun, even the wealthiest collectors may be balking.
Final Thoughts
In a world increasingly shaped by economic turbulence, even Burgundy’s sacred labels aren’t immune. While the same iconic names dominate, subtle shifts reveal a market recalibrating. With slight dips in price and emerging challengers like Clos des Lambrays and Grands Echezeaux, Burgundy’s red elite are being gently nudged, if not shaken.
The 2025 list reminds us that in the world of fine wine, legacy is powerful—but not entirely invincible.
Source: Wine-Searcher