Dom Perignon Vintage (Gift Box) 2015

Category:
 
Sparkling Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Champagne
Producer:
 
Dom Perignon
Label Name:
 
Vintage (Gift Box)
Vintage:
 
2015
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Champagne
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
12.5%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
Acidity:
 
5
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
5
Aroma Intensity:
 
5
Best Temperature:
 
8-10°C

Awards/Ratings
Key scores and notes: James Suckling 97, Vinous (Antonio Galloni) 96, Wine Spectator 96, Wine Advocate 95, Decanter 94. Technicals reported: blend 51% Pinot Noir/49% Chardonnay; dosage ~4. aged ~96 months on lees; 5% (sources: Wine. com, Vinous, Wine Advocate, Wine Spectator, Decanter)

Tasting Note
Bright citrus and white flowers with stone fruit, toasted brioche, roasted cocoa and chalky minerality. Fine pinprick mousse, saline tension, subtle spice and a long, precise finish.

Food Pairing
Western: Oysters, lobster, scallops, smoked salmon, creamy poultry, roasted chicken, mild cheeses, truffle risotto. Asian: sushi/sashimi, tempura, soft-shell crab, Peking duck, steamed dim sum, lightly curried seafood.

Production Method
Vintage Méthode Traditionnelle; blend (51% Pinot Noir / 49% Chardonnay), part of Pinot Noir vinified for structure; ~96 months lees ageing; dosage ≈4.5 g/L; disgorged in 2023.

Vineyard Info
Dom Pérignon is the prestige cuvée of Moët & Chandon, named for Dom Pierre Pérignon. Crafted from top Champagne crus and released only in exceptional years, it is a benchmark vintage Champagne.