Tasting Notes:
93 points Jasper Morris
Not a classical Champagne vintage, but many felt pressured to release a vintage wine (1990 was a distant memory). A charming, early maturing vintage, a recent bottle still hanging on with gently honeyed Pinot fruit to the fore. (2/2023)
91-93 points Wine Advocate
A divine creamy, almost yeasty nose with a touch of walnut. Very fine nervosite on the palate, vibrant, citrus acidity. Steel on the mid-palate. Elegant but powerful. I doubt it will last as long as other vintages but for now this is a delicious champagne to celebrate with. (NM) (11/2004)
92 points Wine Enthusiast
An intense, complex nose of toast, yeast, earth, brine and mushroom opens this luxury cuvée. Medium-full and soft, by Dom Perignon standards, the palate offers subtle, light green herbs, sweet citrus and honey flavors. Lemon and lime predominate on the long, smooth finish. Classy stuff, if not possessed of the reserve or spine of the top vintages. Fortunately, that actually means it drinks better now than most Dom of comparable age. (12/2001)
91 points Int’l Wine Cellar
Understated, pure aromas of musky stone, orange, smoke and truffle. Full, ripe and harmonious; not a huge or superconcentrated wine but quite subtle and fine, with brisk, juicy flavors of orange and minerals. Lingering, ripe finish. (ST) (11/2001)
Cult Wines International Notes:
The 1993 Dom Pérignon Brut is a classic testament to the prestige cuvée of Moët & Chandon, carrying forward the legacy of the 17th-century Benedictine monk who transformed Champagne production. Since its commercial debut with the 1921 vintage, Dom Pérignon has been guided by an uncompromising commitment to vintage authenticity—releasing a wine only when the growing season yields fruit capable of long-term aging and complex evolution. Under the direction of former Chef de Cave Dominique Foulon, the estate maintained its signature balance between Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, sourced from the historic Grand Cru sites in Cramant, Aÿ, Bouzy, and the original Abbey of Hautvillers. The 1993 vintage highlights this traditional craftsmanship, yielding a Champagne that has transitioned beautifully from a bright, citrus-driven wine into a rich, complex masterpiece defined by classic toasty aromas and a persistent mineral core.
The 1993 growing season was marked by a precocious and highly concentrated cycle. A warm, stormy spring prompted the vines to flower rapidly and fully in the early days of June. Despite average temperatures throughout the season, the summer was remarkably sunny and dry. This prolonged drought lasted right up until the harvest, allowing the fruit to ripen steadily while maintaining excellent structural acidity. A light rain shower in early September refreshed the vineyards and accelerated the final phase of ripening, allowing harvest to commence under ideal conditions on September 10th. The resulting 1993 vintage is celebrated for its precision, creamy texture, and intense aromatic profile—ranging from stone fruit to roasted nuts—showcase the resilience of the terroir and a vintage that continues to evolve with remarkable grace.
Bottle Size:
750 mL
Storage History:
Stored on its side in a climate-controlled cellar since purchase.
Condition:
Overall excellent condition as shown.
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