DOM PERIGNON tasting

Rotterdam, Netherlands
Tasted Saturday, November 10, 2012 by Barry Rothof with 1,187 views

Introduction

This DP tasting was organized by Moritz Peeters and hosted by Dutch wine writer Gert Crum, originally we did a Krug tasting in April 2012 , now it was time to taste some Dom Perignon’s.

The perfect balance between Chardonnay and Pinot Noir and terroirs, while letting the character of the vintage shine through that’s the foundation of Dom Pérignon’s style.

Dom Pérignon expresses its first plénitude after seven years in the cellar, with a second plénitude 12 to 15 years after the vintage (first Oenothèque release) and a third plénitude after 30 to 40 years (second Oenothèque release).

Flight 1 - 2003 DOM PERIGNON (1 Note)

  • 2003 Dom Pérignon Champagne 90 Points

    France, Champagne

    Spring frosts in early april, summer was the hottest for years. A early harvest and a ripe and healthy crop. Vintage is a bit similar like 1976. The DP 2003 was released in December 2011. On the nose, sweet, bright floral notes, on the palate rich, lush and sweet, there is no hard edge here, the fruit is overwhelming, very less acidity or minerals, lacks a bit of the precision and focus, here the vintage shines through. Very accessible but not really my style ....

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Flight 2 - 2002 DOM PERIGNON (1 Note)

  • 2002 Dom Pérignon Champagne 92 Points

    France, Champagne

    Perfect weather just before the harvest compensated for the heavy rains of late august and early september. The harvest began between september 12 and 28. The DP 2002 was released in September 2010. On the nose quite muted. Palet shows beautiful mineral, acidic expression, fresh lemon, white flowers and creamy, good concentration still very elegant, great balance and very precise, enjoyable now but this will likely improve with years. A great wine and a great vintage!

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Flight 3 - 2002 DOM PERIGNON ROSE (1 Note)

  • 2000 Dom Pérignon Champagne Rosé 92 Points

    France, Champagne

    The year 2000 was warm, with cooler-than-average temperatures in the month of july and frequent storms that brought significant amounts of rain and hail. Beautiful deep amber, copper color. On the nose floral notes. On the palate delicate notes of redcurrant, soft candied fruits and dried roses. Great aftertaste ...

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Flight 4 - 1996 DOM PERIGNON OENOTHEQUE (1 Note)

  • 1996 Dom Pérignon Champagne Oenothèque 93 Points

    France, Champagne

    In the month before grapepicking 16 september, it was as much the spells of hot weather as the influence of north-easterly winds that led to the original maturity of the vintage.( disgorging date 2008 ) Magnificent verdant gold color, on the nose very young and fresh with soft minerals, the palate is tense, profound and intense, acidity on the high side but not extreme, some complex aromas of candied citrus, toast and smoke, lots of energy and power, a great lingering aromatic finish. A great Oenotheque and stil very youmg!

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Flight 5 - 1990 DOM PERIGNON OENOTHEQUE (1 Note)

  • 1990 Moët & Chandon Champagne Cuvée Dom Pérignon Oenothèque 93 Points

    France, Champagne

    Harvest on 11 september with exceptional composition and homogenous quality throughout the Champagne region. (disgorging date 2003) Beautiful complex aromas. The mouth feel is definitely of a more mature champagne, delicious, full, round and smooth, complex mature flavors; of bread, earth, roasted coffee and mushroom. Stunning finish ! A great Oenotheque to try now …

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Flight 6 - 1990 DOM PERIGNON ROSE OENOTHEQUE (1 Note)

  • 1990 Dom Pérignon Champagne Rosé Oenothèque 94 Points

    France, Champagne

    (42% pinot noir - 58 % chardonnay) Coppery pink color with yellow reflections. Nose of developed aromas of spices and tobacco. On the palate a touch of humus, hints of spices, leather, light tobacco, and other things besides. Sensational fullness on the finish. A great, mature Oenotheque rosé! ...... WOTN

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Flight 7 - 1980 DOM PERIGNON (1 Note)

  • 1980 Moët & Chandon Champagne Cuvée Dom Pérignon

    France, Champagne

    The harvest was small and late, beginning on october 9 in good weather conditions. Bought from auction.(60% pinot noir - 40% chardonnay). Dark golden straw colour. On the nose and palate, a suggestion of toasted brioche, moderate hints of sherry, earth and chocolate, slightly oxidized although very interesting to taste ... !

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Closing

Compared Dom Pérignon versus Krug,

The Dom Perignon being for those who want a lighter more delicate champagne that will win the affection of most. Krug on the other hand is a rich and powerful style of champagne that I personally adore, and it will always have a home in my cellar.

Special thanks to Moritz Peeters, next in a few weeks a very interesting EGON MULLER tasting .......

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