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James Suckling98 points
- Variety Chardonnay / Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2013
- Brand Dom Pérignon
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Dom Perignon Champagne 2013"Dom Pérignon could very well be the most celebrated champagne brand in the wo..."$399.99 -
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- Variety Pinot/Chardonnay
- Vintage 1998
- Brand Dom Pérignon
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Dom Perignon 'P2 Plentitude' 1998"1998 saw the first introduction of the P2 Plentitude, previously named Oenoth..."$649.99 -
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Falstaff98 points
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Robert Parker's98 points
- Variety Chardonnay / Pinot Noir
- Vintage 1996
- Brand Dom Pérignon
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Dom Perignon Champagne 1996"The 1996 Dom Perignon possesses a beguiling (one might even say renegade) ene..."$799.99 -
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James Halliday97 points
- Variety Chardonnay / Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2000
- Brand Dom Pérignon
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Dom Perignon Champagne 2000"2002 was one of the all-time great vintages in Champagne and this is a brilli..."$459.99 -
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Robert Parker's96 points
- Variety Chardonnay / Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2002
- Brand Dom Pérignon
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 13.0% Alcohol
Dom Perignon Champagne 2002"2002 was one of the all-time great vintages in Champagne and this is a brilli..."$499.99 -
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- Variety Chardonnay / Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2008
- Brand Dom Pérignon
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Dom Perignon Champagne 2008"Dom Pérignon could very well be the most celebrated champagne brand in the wo..."$299.00 -
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Jeb Dunnuck98 points
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James Suckling98 points
- Variety Pinot/Chardonnay
- Vintage 2008
- Brand Dom Pérignon
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Dom Perignon Champagne 2008"Dom Pérignon could very well be the most celebrated champagne brand in the wo..."$549.99 -
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Jancis Robinson17.5+ points
- Variety Chardonnay / Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2009
- Brand Dom Pérignon
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Dom Perignon Champagne 2009"Dom Pérignon could very well be the most celebrated champagne brand in the wo..."$399.99 -
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- Variety Chardonnay / Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2010
- Brand Dom Pérignon
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Dom Perignon Champagne 2010"Dom Pérignon could very well be the most celebrated champagne brand in the wo..."$374.99 -
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Jancis Robinson18.5 points
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Decanter98 points
- Variety Chardonnay / Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2012
- Brand Dom Pérignon
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Dom Perignon Champagne 2012"Dom Pérignon could very well be the most celebrated champagne brand in the wo..."$399.00 -
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Decanter98 points
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Antonio Galloni97 points
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James Suckling97 points
- Variety Chardonnay / Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2012
- Brand Dom Pérignon
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Dom Perignon Champagne Vintage 2012"Combining intensity, contained tautness and extreme contradictions, the Dom P..."$439.89 -
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Jancis Robinson17.5+ points
- Variety Chardonnay / Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2006
- Brand Dom Pérignon
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Dom Perignon Rose Champagne 2006"Dom Pérignon could very well be the most celebrated champagne brand in the wo..."$550.00 -
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Jancis Robinson18.5 points
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Antonio Galloni95 points
- Variety Pinot/Chardonnay
- Vintage 2003
- Brand Dom Pérignon
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Dom Perignon Vintage 'David Lynch Collectors Edition' 2003"The 2003 is one of the most unusual Dom Perignons, going back to 1952. 2003 w..."$229.99 -
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- Variety Pinot/Chardonnay
- Vintage 2004
- Brand Dom Pérignon
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Dom Perignon Vintage 2004"The 2004 vintage leaves its mark on the history of Dom Pérignon for its ease ..."$449.99 -
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Robert Parker's95 points
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Wine Enthusiast94 points
- Variety Pinot/Chardonnay
- Vintage 1998
- Brand Dom Pérignon
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Dom Perignon Vintage Rose 1998"Dom Pérignon is the most famous name in the world of Champagne. It's iconic h..."$699.99 -
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Jancis Robinson18.5 points
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Antonio Galloni97 points
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James Suckling97 points
- Variety Chardonnay / Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2000
- Brand Dom Pérignon
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Dom Perignon Œnotheque/'P2' Champagne 1998"Formerly known as Œnothèque Dom Pérignon now releases this special vintage un..."$809.99 -
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Vintage Champagne
Vintage Champagne is a type of Champagne that is made from grapes harvested in a single year, also known as a "vintage" year. The grapes must be grown in the Champagne region of France and must meet strict quality standards set by the Comité Interprofessionnel du Vin de Champagne (CIVC). Vintage Champagne is considered to be the highest quality type of Champagne and is aged for a longer period of time than non-vintage Champagne before being released for sale.
The aging process allows the wine to develop its unique character, and the taste can vary depending on the vintage. Vintage Champagne is usually made from a blend of different grape varieties, with Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier being the most commonly used. Vintage Champagne is typically more expensive than non-vintage Champagne because of the extra care and attention required to produce it. The wine is usually aged for a minimum of three years in the bottle before being released for sale. The bottle will display the vintage year on the label, and it is usually considered to be more elegant and refined than non-vintage Champagne. Some producers will hold on to the wine for a decade or more before releasing it for sale. This allows the wine to develop its unique character and complexity.
The vintage year must be declared by the producer only in years when the grapes meet a certain standard of quality. This means that not every year will be a vintage year and only a small percentage of wines produced in Champagne will be considered vintage.
The taste can vary depending on the vintage year, the grape varieties used, and the winemaking methods. Some vintage Champagnes can have a more complex flavor profile with notes of brioche, toast, and nuts, while others can be more fruity with a hint of minerality.
Typically paired with more sophisticated and refined dishes such as caviar, truffles, and foie gras. The flavors of the wine and the food complement each other, and the bubbles in the wine help to cleanse the palate between bites.
Vintage Champagne can be collected and aged by wine enthusiasts, and some vintages can become highly sought after and valuable. The wine can change and develop over time, making it an interesting and rewarding experience to collect and taste different vintages.
Vintage Champagne should be stored in a cool, dark place, ideally at a temperature of around 7-10 degrees Celsius (45-50 degrees Fahrenheit).
Overall, vintage Champagne is considered to be a luxury product and it is usually more expensive than non-vintage Champagne. It is a wine that is meant to be savored and appreciated, and it is often consumed on special occasions.
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