Dom Perignon 2018

Dom Pérignon 2018 marks the beginning of a new chapter for one of Champagne’s most iconic prestige cuvées. It is the first vintage produced under the direction of cellar master Vincent Chaperon, following Richard Geoffroy, and combines the generosity of a warm, sunny growing season with the precision and freshness expected from Dom Pérignon. Rated 99 points by James Suckling, it is an impressive release with both immediate appeal and considerable ageing potential.

Tasting Notes
Bright and refined in appearance, Dom Pérignon 2018 shows a fine, persistent mousse. The nose opens with ripe citrus, peach and yellow fruit, followed by white flowers, brioche and delicate toasted nuances. With time in the glass, subtle spice and mineral notes become more pronounced. On the palate, it is full-bodied and creamy, with concentrated fruit, a silky texture and finely integrated bubbles. Fresh acidity provides balance and energy throughout the long, precise finish. Although remarkably approachable already, its structure and concentration suggest that it will develop beautifully over many years in the cellar.

Production
Produced in Champagne from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, Dom Pérignon 2018 reflects a warm and sunny vintage in which the grapes achieved excellent ripeness while retaining the freshness essential for balance. As a vintage Champagne, it is made only from grapes harvested in the declared 2018 year and crafted with the meticulous selection and cellar ageing associated with the Dom Pérignon style. The result is a wine that expresses the richness of the season without sacrificing tension, precision or longevity.

Food & Serving
Serve well chilled at approximately 10–12°C in a quality white-wine or Champagne glass to allow its layered aromas to unfold. Its richness and freshness make it an excellent partner for oysters, scallops, lobster, delicate white fish and fine poultry, while its brioche and toasted notes also suit creamy sauces and mature hard cheeses. Decanting is not essential, but a short period in the glass—or careful decanting into a suitable Champagne decanter—can reveal additional spice and mineral character.

Producer
Dom Pérignon is the prestigious vintage Champagne of Moët & Chandon, named after the Benedictine monk traditionally associated with the early development of Champagne. The cuvée has become one of the region’s most recognisable benchmarks, known for its commitment to vintage expression, long ageing and meticulous blending. Dom Pérignon 2018 is particularly significant as the first vintage overseen by Vincent Chaperon, who succeeded Richard Geoffroy as chef de cave, making it both a highly rated release and the opening statement of a new era for the house.

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