Tasting Notes:

95 points Vinous

The 2003 Dom Pérignon is in a gorgeous place right now. To be sure, it is a powerful Champagne that reflects the personality of a year marked by frost, that took out 70% of the Chardonnay, and then record heat and drought over the summer. The 2003 is just starting to head into its first plateau of maturity. Brioche, baked apple tart, lemon confit and marzipan build into the rich, layered finish. (AG)

93 points Decanter

Review Date: 11/2018
2003 was a controversial vintage in Champagne because of the intense summer heat in Europe that year. For Richard Geoffroy, this was the most extreme and challenging vintage in his 30-year career at Dom Perignon. The heat meant the vines began to shut down, while the sugars were moving off the scale, so he took the decision to pick very early. In doing so, he saved the day. ‘For me, this was a seminal vintage and gave us confidence that we could make good wines in warm years like ’06 and ’09,’ says Geoffroy. The acidity is certainly soft and languorous here, with a full, ripe and densely textured palate displaying a spectrum of flavours ranging from cappuccino to bruised apple, cream and caramel, followed by a savoury edge and a pleasing bitterness on the finish. (JS)

93 points Wine Advocate

Review Date: 03/2019
The 2003 Dom Pérignon is maturing very gracefully in bottle, wafting from the glass with aromas of smoke, bread dough, waxy lemon rind and confit citrus. On the palate, the wine is ample, vinous and full-bodied but retains excellent definition, and it’s structured around chewy dry extract from mature skins, which compensates for its comparative lack of acidity. It will be interesting to follow its evolution over the coming decade. (WK)

Cult Wines International Notes:

The Collaboration (David Lynch Edition)
Designer: Visionary American filmmaker David Lynch (Twin Peaks, Blue Velvet, Eraserhead).

Design Concept (“The Power of Creation”): Lynch designed the packaging and bottle label, drawing on his signature style of mystery, intensity, and dark surrealism.

Packaging: The limited-edition gift box is often described as a “little magic theatre,” using chiaroscuro (strong contrasts of light and shadow) and silhouettes to evoke a sense of the Lynchian universe.

Shared Values: The collaboration was rooted in the shared philosophical ground between Dom Pérignon and Lynch: a commitment to mystery, intensity, reinvention, and an “absolute faith in the power of creation.”

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:

Outstanding condition, as shown.