Our Provenance Guarantee
Purchase with confidence. All of our wines are selectively sourced and thoroughly inspected for authenticity and signs of poor storage. Accepted bottles are preserved in our climate-controlled cellar until they reach your doorstep. We have no storefront and no walk-in traffic, so nothing is moved or handled between inspection and shipping.
The bottle you see photographed is the bottle you receive (or fundamentally identical when multiple bottles are listed), and our commitment to you is that it arrives as represented. If it doesn’t, we want to hear from you.
Tasting Notes:
95 points Falstaff
Medium yellow, smoky notes, with a little scent of lime zest, full-bodied and fresh, exudes the bouquet of an absolutely perfectly drinkable Champagne, fine structure, has substance and a wonderful drinking flow, perhaps the 1990 vintage will also develop in this magnificent direction one day.
95 points Jeannie Cho Lee
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90 points Wine Spectator
A steely, full-bodied and complete Champagne, showing a touch of honey, cedar, butter and spice. Has fruit and lime flavors, with a long finish. (PM)
Cult Wines International Notes:
Dom Pérignon: A Legacy of Excellence
In 1668, Dom Pierre Pérignon, a Benedictine monk, embarked on a visionary quest: to create the “best wine in the world” at the esteemed Abbey of Hautvillers. Over four decades, he revolutionized winemaking, establishing the foundations of the traditional Champagne method and earning the title of “father of champagne.”
A Commitment to Vintage Excellence
Dom Pérignon’s unwavering commitment to vintage defines the brand. Each bottle is a unique expression of a single exceptional year, crafted from meticulously selected grapes. This unwavering pursuit of excellence, guided by Chef de Cave Vincent Chaperon, results in wines of extraordinary intensity, inviting mystery, and unparalleled quality.
The Art of Assemblage
Made exclusively from the finest Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes sourced from 17 Grands Crus and the Premier Cru of Hautvillers, Dom Pérignon undergoes a minimum of eight years of meticulous cellar aging. This extended maturation allows the wine to achieve perfect harmony, resulting in a seamless and captivating experience.
A Legacy of Inspiration
Dom Pérignon continues to inspire creators worldwide, embodying a bold spirit of innovation and a dedication to achieving the highest standards of excellence.
Bottle Size:
750 mL
Storage History:
Always stored properly in a climate-controlled cellar.
Condition:
Fill level about 1″ from the foil. Wine has darkened with age. Some label imperfections as shown. Discounted.
The bottle shown is the exact bottle being sold.
