Dom Pérignon : Plénitude P2 2004 (750ml)

Country/Region: Champange, France

Background: Dom Pérignon Champagne owes its name to Pierre Pérignon, the famous monk and cellar master of Abbey de Hautvillers in 1668, who was also known as Dom Pérignon. Legend has it that Pierre Pérignon discovered what is now known as the Champagne method. Interestingly enough, he taught this method to the Benedictine monk, Thierry Ruinart, in 1669, which subsequently enabled the Ruinart House to become the first Champagne house in 1729. Since January 1st 2019, Vincent Chaperon has succeeded Richard Geoffroy as Dom Pérignon’s Cellar Master.

Winemaking: For each vintage, a limited amount of bottles are set aside, destined to undergo a longer ageing process. During this extra time, the activity inside the bottle continues to grow. The yeast provides its energy to the wine and enlivens it beautifully. The 2004 winemaking year will mark the history of Dom Pérignon due to its clemency and generosity.

Grapes: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir

Tasting note: The fruit of 2004 remains discreet but it is more clearly defined in this second life of the wine. Pink grapefruit and blood orange notes finally give way to aromas of fig. The extra time on the lees reveals the sublime maturity and minerality of the vintage, the signature style of Dom Pérignon. Cocoa, mocha, roasted notes, brioche and honey notes emerge.

Food Pairing: seafood (crabs, lobsters, oyster shells etc.)

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