ON NOSE
Initial floral nose gives way to notes of fresh almonds, dried apricots and toasted brioche.
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1992ON PALATE
The wine is full and round without being opulent and expresses great harmony. The attack is definite and intense leading to a silky finish reminiscent of preserved citrus fruits.
THE HARVEST
After a mild winter, flowering took place under difficult conditions with low temperatures and rain. The scorching summer which followed continued right through to just before harvest when heavy rains began to fall. The harvest began between September 11th and 20th. The resulting wines are exceptional in their quality and homogeneity.
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Dom Pérignon 1921
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
Exceptionally pale for its age, the wine showcases an intriguing bouquet of toasted sandalwood, vanilla, honey, praline and marzipan.
ON PALATE
On the palate, one is struck by the life, the energy and the backbone. It remains focused, with a lacy texture. A key feature is the tremendous persistence of dry nutty flavors.
THE HARVEST
A very fine, hot summer. Harvesting began on 19 September. The spring frosts destroyed a large part of the crop, but what was left displayed marvellous quality.
Dom Pérignon 1928
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
The nose is very exotic and very fresh, "stony", and also pungent.
ON PALATE
Its texture is soft yet lingering like a great, mature Montrachet, almost a ringer for a great old Ramonet.
THE HARVEST
1928 is an excellent year. Harvest began at the end of September. The crop was average, but grapes were magnificent.
Dom Pérignon 1929
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
Complex and opulent, the nose reveals roasted notes, undergrowth and truffle, with nuances of dried flowers and honey.
ON PALATE
Powerful and full-bodied on the attack, with concentrated flavors of ripe fruit. The finish is remarkably long, with notes of liquorice and coffee.
THE HARVEST
A great vintage, marked by a hot, dry summer. The harvest began in late September, yielding grapes of exceptional ripeness and concentration.
Dom Pérignon 1934
VINTAGE
THE HARVEST
Generous harvest in mid-September. Rapid flowering in best possible conditions, insignificant damage from disease and insects.
Dom Pérignon 1943
VINTAGE
ON PALATE
A wonderful base flavour and a lovely, luxurious feel in the mouth.
THE HARVEST
Average budding. Low temperatures during flowering, with frequent showers. Harvest from 15 September, with grapes in excellent state of health. Exceptional quality.
Dom Pérignon 1947
VINTAGE
THE HARVEST
Earliest harvest since 1893: started on 5 September, was perfect in every way.
Dom Pérignon 1949
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
A very complex nose, with notes of truffle, leather and dried fruit, balanced by a fresh, floral touch.
ON PALATE
Rich, full and velvety on the palate, with remarkable depth. The finish is long and persistent, with notes of spice and toasted almonds.
THE HARVEST
A great year, with a hot and dry summer. The harvest began in late September, producing grapes with excellent sugar and acid balance.
Dom Pérignon 1952
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
A very idiosyncratic Dom Pérignon, without the usual fruit and roast bonanza.
ON PALATE
A deep golden color with a healthy mousse. The wine is dominated by truffles, leather, meat, and tar.
THE HARVEST
Harvesting began hastily on 8 September, despite unfavourable weather conditions over the majority of the period.
Dom Pérignon 1953
VINTAGE
THE HARVEST
Particularly healthy harvest, which started on 15 September and enjoyed fine weather throughout.
Dom Pérignon 1955
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
This champagne has the same hallmarks as the Vintage 1949.
ON PALATE
The wine is very deep and rich, textured, it is well-rounded.
THE HARVEST
Harvesting only started at the beginning of October in most areas, and quantities were significantly higher than forecast.
Dom Pérignon 1959
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
Rich and layered, the bouquet opens with notes of candied citrus, hazelnut and toasted brioche, unfolding to reveal aromas of honey, truffle and ripe stone fruit.
ON PALATE
The wine is broad and powerful yet remarkably balanced, with a fleshy, concentrated mid-palate that gives way to a long, warm finish redolent of dried fruits and spices.
THE HARVEST
The weather was ideal throughout the year. The grapes reached an exceptional degree of ripeness, and the harvest began on September 10th under conditions rarely enjoyed in the Champagne region.
ROSÉ
ON NOSE
The rich aroma reveals notes of oriental tobacco, honey, licorice and fig as well as hints of caramel-coffee and chocolate.
ON PALATE
The grape's ripeness radiates with an opulence that is full, yet never heavy. A bold, full-bodied and long-lasting flavor, with surprising notes of fruit, vanilla and undergrowth. The Rosé Vintage 1959 reveals a remarkably fresh end note.
THE HARVEST
The weather was ideal throughout the year. The grapes reached an exceptional degree of ripeness. The harvest began on September 10th under conditions rarely enjoyend in the Champagne region.
PLÉNITUDE 3
ON NOSE
There is the inimitable aromatic complexity of wines that have exceeded twenty years of ageing: in addition to coffee and chocolate. The tasting evokes exotic images and distant destinations.
ON PALATE
The ripeness of the grapes radiates in a light-hearted opulence. The first impression of warmyth, ampleness and relative sweetness introduces a powerful structure. On the palate, the sensation is one of exceptionnally long, fat and fruity roundness. The fresh finish is remarkable.
THE HARVEST
The weather was ideal throughout the year. The grapes reached an exceptional degree of ripeness. The harvest began on September 10th under conditions rarely enjoyend in the Champagne region. Everything combined to make the year a quintessential vintage. This champagne continues to deliver its promise and offers even more.
Dom Pérignon 1961
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
A really lovely bouquet, smooth, well-balanced, with the fishiness of pinot noir and the smokiness of chardonnay.
ON PALATE
Discreetly mellow for Dom Perignon, with perfect body, flavour and length.
THE HARVEST
Harvesting began on 20 September and continued under excellent conditions, with the crop displaying a good state of health.
Dom Pérignon 1962
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
A complex and expressive nose of toasted brioche, dried apricots and wild honey, gradually evolving into nuances of undergrowth and subtle smokiness.
ON PALATE
The attack is broad and rounded yet firmly structured. The palate reveals layers of candied fruit and toasted almond, leading to a lingering finish marked by a refined mineral tension.
THE HARVEST
1962 was marked by a long winter, followed by a stormy spring with hail. The early summer was cold, causing late flowering. Good weather finally arrived in September and continued well into the harvest, which did not begin until October 4th.
ROSÉ
ON NOSE
Overwhelming nose, with its roundness and extremely rich character.
ON PALATE
Lovely, almost chewy character on the palate, interlayered with structured sweetness.
THE HARVEST
1962 was marked by a long winter, followed by stormy spring with hail. The early summer was cold, causing a late budding. Good weather finally came in September and continued well into the harvest, which did not start until October 4th.
PLÉNITUDE 3
ON NOSE
The first notes are woody, smoky, followed by hints of cedar or sandalwood, then leading into marmalade before moving on into suggestions of spicy hawthorn, seeming younger and more flowery.
ON PALATE
Beyond its maturity on the palate there remains a certain austerity. The initial richness becomes freshness: the length is confirmed, never less than fruity, straightforward, refined and keen.
THE HARVEST
After an extended winter, the spring of 1962 was hit hard by storms and hail. The early summer was cold, and flowering was late and lingering. Fine weather in September continued well into the harvest, which did not begin until October 4th.
Dom Pérignon 1964
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
The nose is open and generous, with an initial burst of citrus and white peach, followed by brioche and almond notes that deepen into a complex, toasty warmth.
ON PALATE
A wine of remarkable amplitude and depth, balanced by bright acidity and a creamy texture. The finish is long and persistent, with echoes of hazelnut and dried fruit.
THE HARVEST
The winter was mild and dry, punctuated by periods of severe frost. After an exceptionally mild February, cold temperatures persisted until April. An unusually hot May prompted the vines to flower around June 12th. The summer was very warm and sunny with almost no rainfall. The harvest began on September 16th.
PLÉNITUDE 3
ON NOSE
The ampleness is amazing, revealing a host of aromas ranging from toasted bread to vanilla, raisins and hazelnuts.
ON PALATE
The structure is generous without ostentation. The opening note is of arabica coffee and the musky accents of new leather and sandalwood. A touche of vanilla and spicy nuances of nutmeg gives way to very persistant notes of dired fruit. The wine is remarkable for its richness and complexity in a finely controlled structure.
THE HARVEST
The winter was mild and dry, punctuated by periods of severe frost. After an exceptionally mild February, col temperatures set in until April. An unusually hot May prompted the vines to flower around June 12th. The summer was very warm and sunny with almost no rainfall. The harvest began on September 16th.
Dom Pérignon 1966
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
Elegant and precise, opening with aromas of white flowers, lemon zest and toasted hazelnuts, then revealing a delicate mineral undertone.
ON PALATE
The palate is structured and dense, with a silky tension that gradually opens to disclose flavors of white peach, apricot kernel and a fine, chalky freshness. The finish is vibrant and lingering.
THE HARVEST
The year was marked by several minor, although unusual, events: winter frosts affected the vines, but damage was minimal, flowering was excellent and repeated hailstorms occurred between May and August. The harvest began on September 22nd under good conditions, with perfectly healthy grapes.
PLÉNITUDE 3
ON NOSE
The nose initially reveals roasted, peaty notes, leading to aromas of dried apricots, and finally a hint of fresh almonds and orange blossom.
ON PALATE
The wine is dense, pure and as polished and rounded as a smooth pebble. Sensations follow on naturally from one to another. Although the wine introduced a notion of classic balance, the deep, green aromas of privet gradually give way to a long and surprisingly sharp, fruity finish.
THE HARVEST
The year was marked by several minor, although unusual, events: winter frosts affected the wines, but damage was minimal, flowering was excellent and repeated hailstorms occurred between May and August. Harvesting began on 22 September under good conditions, with perfectly healthy grapes.
PLÉNITUDE 3 ROSÉ
ON NOSE
A legendary vintage arousing euphoria, with its hints of meringue, tea and roses combined with a fleshy pinot flavour, mature, redolent of a bourgogne.
ON PALATE
Its body is light and silky, supremely elegant. Everything about it, is previse, agile and clear.
THE HARVEST
The year was punctuated by some remarkable events, which in the end had little effect on the harvest. Winter freezes caused only very minor damage. Chlorosis affected some sectors, but the flowering went smoothly. It was followed by a number of hailstorms between May and August. The harvest began on September 22 in good conditions. The grapes were in perfect health.
Dom Pérignon 1969
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
Powerful and dark, the bouquet opens with concentrated notes of ripe dark berries, black truffle and roasted coffee, layered with a subtle earthiness.
ON PALATE
A wine of great depth and concentration, almost muscular in its structure. The palate is broad and full-bodied, with a persistent finish marked by notes of dark chocolate and undergrowth.
THE HARVEST
Weather conditions were unstable and difficult throughout the year. Flowering was late and came at a time of frequent, severe storms. The dry, sunny spell in September meant that the grape harvest could finally begin on October 1st.
ROSÉ
ON NOSE
Very redolent of a classic red bourgogne on the nose and palate.
ON PALATE
Leather, truffle, beetroot, raspberry, strawberry and chocolate are only some of the wonderful flavours associated with this expensive nectar of a wine.
THE HARVEST
The year was marked by unstable and difficult weather conditions, causing a late flowering, hit by a time of frequent, severe storms. The harvest started finally on the 1st of October, thanks to the dry and sunny spell extended in September.
PLÉNITUDE 3
ON NOSE
The bouquet is complex, concentrated and dark, with hints of candied citrus fruits, bitter chocolate, leather and dried flowers.
ON PALATE
The effect on the palate is powerful and frank, against a profound and austere background. The wine remains somewhat closed, before finally revealing its impeccable structure. The finish is astonishingly fruity (blueberry).
THE HARVEST
Weather conditions were unstable and difficult throughout the year. Flowering was late and came at a time of frequent, severe storms. The dry, sunny spell in September meant that the grape harvest could finally begin on 1st October.
Dom Pérignon 1970
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
The nose is ripe and expansive, offering aromas of brioche, honey, hazelnut and warm spices, with a background of dried fruit and citrus.
ON PALATE
Generous and enveloping on the palate, with a luscious, rounded texture and perfectly balanced acidity. The finish is remarkably long, with hints of candied fruit and toasted almond.
THE HARVEST
The flowering was nearly perfect. Outstanding weather conditions all year round allowed for a bountiful harvest of high quality. As a result, 1970 is still considered by many to be a pivotal one in the history of Champagne.
PLÉNITUDE 3
ON NOSE
The nose is ripe and powerful, with classic roasted notes of hazelnut and mocha, as well as a lingering fruitiness (figs).
ON PALATE
The wine's true identity comes through in the mouth. With its captivating precision, freshness and dynamism, it seems to dance on the palate. Hints of candied citrus are followed by a finish distinguished by powdery cocoa notes.
THE HARVEST
The flowering was nearly perfect. Outstanding weather conditions all year round allowed for a bountiful harvest of high quality. As a result, 1970 is still considered by many to be a pivotal one inthe history of Champagne.
Dom Pérignon 1971
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
A restrained but complex nose, suggesting white flowers, fresh almonds and citrus blossom, with an underlying chalky minerality.
ON PALATE
Firm and linear, with a precise structure and bright acidity that frames concentrated flavors of white peach and green apple. The finish is long, taut and classically elegant.
THE HARVEST
The vineyard was hit by a cold, dry winter and spring frosts. Flowering took place in June in difficult, stormy conditions. The harvest began on September 18th.
ROSÉ
ON NOSE
This is a serious wine, exuding magnificent vinosity. It exhibits all the elements required to make a really great red bourgogne. The spices, coffee aromas, smokiness and vegetal fruitiness are redolent of beetroot.
ON PALATE
The length on the palate speaks of the best dark chocolate. It's a rare and clear affirmation of a pinot noir of the first order.
THE HARVEST
The vineyard was hit by the cold and dryness winter, and spring frosts. Flowering took place in June in difficult and stormy. The harvest began on 18 September.
PLÉNITUDE 3
ON NOSE
The wine is intense and incisive as well as complex. Fruit notes and roast, toasted and spicy aromas succeed each other and mingle, creating a bouquet evoking a certain restraint.
ON PALATE
The sensation is one of remarkable freshness, structured, full and powerful. The finish is impressive, reminiscent of elegance, persistent vigour, with nuances of smoked wood and peppery vanilla.
THE HARVEST
The year consisted of a cold, dry winter and spring frosts which affected a considerable part of the vineyard. Flowering in June took place in difficult, stormy conditions. The harvest began on 18 September.
Dom Pérignon 1973
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
Delicate and precise, with aromas of white peach, lemon blossom and toasted brioche, gradually revealing a subtle note of fresh almond.
ON PALATE
A wine of lovely finesse and vivacity, balancing bright acidity with a creamy, mid-palate richness. The finish is clean and lingering, with a gently citrusy edge.
THE HARVEST
The very dry conditions in August and early September 1973 did not keep the grapes from filling out normally. The harvest started on September 28th.
ROSÉ
ON NOSE
A very subtle hint of red berries, remarkable finesse and extremely elegant.
ON PALATE
On the palate, it's the perfect balance between acidity and alcohol, lingering fruity finish.
THE HARVEST
The very dry conditions in August and early September 1973 did not keep the grapes from filling out normally. The harvest started on September 28th.
PLÉNITUDE 3
ON NOSE
Aromas of dry leaves with a hint of toast and brioche and nuances of well-ripened mirabelle plums.
ON PALATE
Full body and vivaciousness in a highly original balance. The finesse is sustained by a fine, vibrant, well-structured nerviness. The flavour dances on the palate and finishes on a slightly lemony note.
THE HARVEST
The very dry conditions in August and early September 1973 did not keep the grapes from filling out normally. The harvest started on September 28th.
Dom Pérignon 1975
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
The bouquet is fresh and expressive, opening with notes of grapefruit and lemon blossom, soon joined by honey and toasted hazelnut.
ON PALATE
Powerful and incisive, with a dense, structured palate that balances richness with vibrant acidity. The finish is long and complex, leaving impressions of ripe fruit and warm spice.
THE HARVEST
Weather conditions were good throughout the year. As a result of a cold spring, budbreak was extremely late, but flowering took place under near-perfect conditions. The summer was hot and sunny, punctuated by a few storms in August. Harvesting began on September 29th with good weather, which deteriorated rapidly.
PLÉNITUDE 3
ON NOSE
The lightly refreshing attack, with an initial rush of grapefruit, immediately leads to notes of flowery honey and toasted hazelnuts combined with roasted aromas and exotic spices.
ON PALATE
The wine in its entirety is particularly consistent, the palette of flavours a mirror of the bouquet's promise. The classic beauty of a remarkably complex and well-balanced vinosity is extremely attractive. The taste of the fruit is still surprisingly present at this age, acting as a signature note to the finish which marries warm aromas of new leather and gingerbread.
THE HARVEST
Weather conditions were good throughout the year. As a result of a cold spring, budbreak was extremely late, but flowering took place under near-perfect conditions. The summer was hot and sunny, punctuated by a few storms in August. Harvesting began on 29 September with good weather, which deteriorated rapidly.
Dom Pérignon 1976
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
Powerful and warm, with an initial rush of ripe stone fruit, honey and honeysuckle, followed by roasted and spicy accents.
ON PALATE
Exceptionally rich and concentrated, with a broad, enveloping palate and a deep, almost opulent texture. The finish is remarkably long and persistent, with warm spicy undertones.
THE HARVEST
The weather was extraordinarily dry, with climatic conditions oscillating from one extreme to the other during the year. Flowering was early and the extremely hot summer reduced the traditional 100-day period between flowering and harvesting to 84 days. The harvest started on September 1st. The exceptional maturity of the grapes produced wines of outstanding quality.
PLÉNITUDE 3
ON NOSE
The bouquet is powerful and full of warmth. Sweet honeysuckle notes rapidly lead to flavours of ripe mirabelle plums and raisins as well as complex roasted aromas.
ON PALATE
A lush opulence on the palate is combined with a strong smooth balance blending fullness and depth. The extraordinary persistence seems to be everlating, and is lifted with just a slight hint of bitterness (blood orange).
THE HARVEST
The weather was extraordinarily dry, with climatic conditions oscillating from one extreme to the other during the year. Flowering was early and the extremely hot summer reduced to 84 days the traditional 100-day period between flowering and harvesting. The harvest started on 1 September. The exceptional maturity of the grapes produced wines of outstanding quality.
Dom Pérignon 1978
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
Concentrated and imposing in its power. Honey and Mirabelle plum mingles with truffle, along with slighty gamey notes.
ON PALATE
This is a typical expression of a small harvest wine. Balance is then achieved through hints of barley, hazelnut and preserved fruit. A lively long finish, classically elegant, confirms this vintage's rather "virile" style.
THE HARVEST
This was a difficult year overall. Flowering occurred late, extending from the end of June to mi-July in below average weather conditions. Harvesting did not begin until October 9 for the Pinot Noir and October 11 for the Chardonnay because of climatic conditions and produced a very low yield. The grapes had to undergo very strict selection.
PLÉNITUDE 3 ROSÉ
ON NOSE
Intense and fragrant bouquet, starting with peony, followed by apricot and dried mango mingled with praline and cereals.
ON PALATE
Powerful, concentrated, amazingly fruity. The structure is rectilinear, almost austere. Despite the high acidity that characterizes this extraodinary vintage, it has a remarkably melting substance and a silky texture.
THE HARVEST
Flowering was delayed and continued until mid-July amid mediocre weather conditions. Sunny, reasonably warm weather in September saved the vintage. The Pinot Noir must was highly concentrated. The harvest began on October 9th.
Dom Pérignon 1980
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
On the nose, a suggestion of toasted brioche, clear hints of preserved citrus fruits with very slight suggestion of menthol, all developing to reveal more sustained notes of autumn fruits.
ON PALATE
Clean and pure on the palate. The lively structured attack gradually gives way to the wine's fleshy fullness. Lovely persistence with a touch of citrusy freshness.
THE HARVEST
After a promising start to the year, cold temperatures and rain during the flowering period was slightly compromising for the Pinot Noir. The hot, sunny days of September and the begging of October, followed by a few showers just before harvesting, allowed the clusters to fully mature. The harvest began on 9 October under favorable weather conditions.
ROSÉ
ON NOSE
Nose: delicately redolent of blueberries.
ON PALATE
Copious fine effervescence. A nervy wine with a floral character. A good accompaniment to game-based dishes.
THE HARVEST
The harvest was small, partly because of the cold, wet weather at the time of flowering. Only the Chardonnays managed to flower fairly normally. The Marne Valley was the worst-hit region, where the Pinots Meuniers flowered very unevenly. Even so, the harvest was 25% larger than forecast due to warm, sunny weather in September and early-October, followed by light rainfall just before harvesting, which helped the grapes to swell and increase their sugar content, while keeping the harvest healthy. Grape-picking began on October 9 in favorable conditions.
PLÉNITUDE 3
ON NOSE
Hints of toasted brioche, a clear presence of glazed citrus fruit with the slightest accents of menthol, evolving into more sustained notes of autumn fruit.
ON PALATE
A straightforward, precise style. The lively, structured attack gradually unveils the wine's ample body. The long finish reveals a citrus freshness.
THE HARVEST
The harvest was small and late, beginning on October 9 in good weather conditions.
Dom Pérignon 1982
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
Ripe and expansive, with layers of honey, toasted brioche, dried fruit and subtle spiced orange peel.
ON PALATE
Generous and fleshy on the palate, with a creamy, enveloping texture and a well-defined core of ripe fruit and almond. The finish is long, warm and harmonious.
THE HARVEST
Growth at the beginning was slow but the vine continued to develop smoothly. The summer was hot and the climate conditions were perfect up to and during the harvest, which started on September 17th.
PLÉNITUDE 3
ON NOSE
The warm complexity of vanilla, malt, praline and dried fruit quickly merges with the first hints of fresh almond and crushed leaves.
ON PALATE
The attack – round, luscious, fleshy and creamy – is remarkably balanced by a lastingly firm finish. Aromas of candied citrus melt into toasty notes.
THE HARVEST
Growth at the beginning was slow but the vine continued to develop smoothly. The summer was hot and the climate conditions were perfect up to and during the harvest which started on 17th September.
PLÉNITUDE 3 ROSÉ
ON NOSE
The wine breathes and expresses an intense, complex classical bouquet: guava, spicy strawberry, faded roses, smoke, minerals.
ON PALATE
The attack is sharp, the mouth dense and the fruit energetic, for a glorious expression of the Pinot Noir. Very good length, with notes of game.
THE HARVEST
1982 Summer was warm, with perfect weather conditions up to and during harvesting, which began on September 17.
Dom Pérignon 1983
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
A beautifully balanced nose of toasted brioche, hazelnut, white flowers and a touch of citrus, showing both maturity and precision.
ON PALATE
Firm and structured from the start, with a dense, concentrated mid-palate and lively acidity that gives the wine remarkable tension. The finish is long and classically dry.
THE HARVEST
After a particularly damp spring, flowering began in ideal conditions. The summer weather was hot and a few days of hard rain near the date of harvesting, 26 September, did not jeopardize the excellent quality of the grape must.
PLÉNITUDE 3
ON NOSE
Classic, mature and distinct. With initial notes of toast and particularly hazelnut, it evolves into nuances of brioche, honey and spices.
ON PALATE
The attack is remarkable, clear cut, even forthright. There is a strong impression of solidity and intensity on the palate. This is followed by a powerful aromatic finish, presenting a perfect balance between smoothness and acidity.
THE HARVEST
After a particularly damp spring, flowering began in ideal conditions. The summer weather was hot and a few days of hard rain near the date of harvesting, 26 September, did not jeopardize the excellent quality of the grape must.
Dom Pérignon 1985
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
Intensely floral attack that soon gives way to characteristics of acacia honey and lightly preserved fruits.
ON PALATE
Lots of fullness and vinosity. Characteristics of figs and raisins predominate then give way to notes of undergrowth.
THE HARVEST
The year 1985 was exceptional in its weather conditions and allowed the grapes to open well and to be picked from September 30 in ideal conditions.
ROSÉ
ON NOSE
Vegetal on the nose with dominant candied red fruit characteristics.
ON PALATE
Fruit flavours are complemented by hints of toasted brioche, making way for a lively, fresh finish with suggestions of citrus fruits.
THE HARVEST
The year 1985 was exceptional in its weather conditions and allowed the grapes to open well and to be picked from September 30 in ideal conditions.
PLÉNITUDE 3
ON NOSE
The bouquet is complex and warm. A surprising floral fruitiness with a hint of greenery is followed by every shade of brown and a very dark gray - they breathe and open up on notes of tobacco, wood, mocha and cocoa.
ON PALATE
The true signature of the wine, far more than volume of balance, is its invigorating, juvenile precision. Its richness is contained, as if it were being channeled. The finish is perfectly coherent: penetrating, tactie, sappy and toasted, with a touche of aniseed.
THE HARVEST
The year 1985 was marked by two unusually cold periods, in January and April, when frost destroyed about 10 percent of the vineyard. Flowering was slow and difficult but was given a boost by hot sunshine in early July. The harbest took place in ideal conditions beginning on September 30.
PLÉNITUDE 3 ROSÉ
ON NOSE
The first impression is of spicy notes, which quickly give way to fruit – wild strawberries – followed by the gradual emergence of notes of toasted brioche, chocolate and truffles.
ON PALATE
Dominated by a sense of fullness, richness and concentration. Beyond the roundness of buttery and creamy notes, the structure stands up and holds the notes with authority.
THE HARVEST
The year 1985 was marked by two unusually cold periods, in January and April, when frost destroyed about 10 percent of the vineyard. Flowering was slow and difficult but was given a boost by hot sunshine in early July. The harbest took place in ideal conditions beginning on September 30.
Dom Pérignon 1986
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
Fresh and pure on the nose, with aromas of green apple, lemon zest and white flowers, followed by a subtle toasty undertone.
ON PALATE
Crisp and lively, with a bright, linear structure and flavors of citrus and stone fruit that are given depth by a fine, chalky texture. The finish is clean and persistent.
THE HARVEST
The cold winter prompted a very late budburst around May 7th. Warm, dry weather then enabled rapid growth, and flowering occurred around the usual time, about June 25th. The summer was dry and sunny until August 10th, then cool, rainy weather set in. A sudden return to fine weather from September 18th saved the vintage. Harvesting began between September 28th and October 2nd.
ROSÉ
ON NOSE
At the beginning intense and fresh red fruit character – wild cherries and redcurrants, which then mingle and give way to notes of mirabelle plums and toasted bread.
ON PALATE
Sense of great purity. The initial impression of roundness and concentration is perfectly balanced by an almost youthful liveliness.
THE HARVEST
The cold winter, which had no negative effect on the vines, prompted a very late overall bud burst about May 7. Afterwards, warm dry weather enabled a rapid catching up, and flowering occurred around the usual time, about June 25. The summer was dry, quite warm and sunny until August 10. Then cool, very rainy weather set in. The well-formed bunches of grapes promised a high yield. but their compactness meant that rotting was a possibility. A sudden return to lovely dry weather from September 18. Depending on grape type, harvesting began between the September 28 and October 2.
PLÉNITUDE 3 ROSÉ
ON NOSE
The superb, intense nose mingles notes of coffee beans, nougat and orange-flavored chocolate.
ON PALATE
Its seductive, exotic smoothness is perfectly balanced by a highly tactile, still juvenile vivacity.
THE HARVEST
The cold winter, which had no negative effect on the vines, prompted a very late overall bud burst about May 7. Afterwards, warm dry weather enabled a rapid catching up, and flowering occurred around the usual time, about June 25. The summer was dry, quite warm and sunny until August 10. Then cool, very rainy weather set in. The well-formed bunches of grapes promised a high yield. but their compactness meant that rotting was a possibility. A sudden return to lovely dry weather from September 18. Depending on grape type, harvesting began between the September 28 and October 2.
Dom Pérignon 1988
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
A very complex nose, revealing notes of hazelnut, brioche and citrus, with subtle floral undertones.
ON PALATE
Rich and full on the palate, with a creamy texture and well-integrated acidity. The finish is long and persistent, with notes of candied fruit and toasted almonds.
THE HARVEST
A year marked by a hot, dry summer, which allowed the grapes to reach optimal ripeness. The harvest began in mid-September, yielding grapes with excellent sugar and acid levels.
ROSÉ
ON NOSE
Delicate floral notes interwoven with red fruit aromas, complemented by subtle toasted brioche nuances.
ON PALATE
Elegant and refined, with a silky texture and vibrant acidity. The finish is long and fresh, with hints of red berries and citrus.
THE HARVEST
Ideal weather conditions throughout the growing season, with a particularly sunny and warm summer ensuring optimal grape maturity. Harvest began in September.
PLÉNITUDE 3
ON NOSE
Complex aromas of roasted coffee, dried fruit and spice, with hints of honey and toasted almonds.
ON PALATE
Powerful and concentrated, with remarkable depth and complexity. The finish is exceptionally long, with notes of candied citrus and toasted brioche.
THE HARVEST
A warm, dry year producing grapes of exceptional quality. The extended aging process has added complexity and depth to this remarkable vintage.
PLÉNITUDE 3 ROSÉ
ON NOSE
Intense and complex, with notes of dried roses, red fruit and spice, complemented by subtle toasted nuances.
ON PALATE
Rich and full-bodied, with a silky texture and remarkable balance. The finish is long and persistent, with hints of red fruit and toasted brioche.
THE HARVEST
An exceptional year producing grapes of outstanding quality. The extended aging has resulted in a wine of remarkable complexity and depth.
Dom Pérignon 1990
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
Initial floral nose gives way to notes of fresh almonds, dried apricots and toasted brioche.
ON PALATE
The wine is full and round without being opulent and expresses great harmony. The attack is definite and intense leading to a silky finish reminiscent of preserved citrus fruits.
THE HARVEST
After a mild winter, flowering took place under difficult conditions with low temperatures and rain. The scorching summer which followed continued right through to just before harvest when heavy rains began to fall. The harvest began between September 11th and 20th. The resulting wines are exceptional in their quality and homogeneity.
ROSÉ
ON NOSE
Aromas of gingerbread and cashew nuts rapidly mingle with dried figs and candied orange peel, culminating in a hint of smoky accents.
ON PALATE
The opening is predominantly one of fullness, a combination of amplitude, solidity and roundness. Then all sensations converge in a prolonged, perfectly blended, smooth and precise whole.
THE HARVEST
The year 1990 was marked by a cold and rainy spring which delayed the flowering of vines, followed by a very hot summer. Picking began between September 11th and 20th, enabling a great composition and homogenous quality musts. The resulting wines are exceptional.
PLÉNITUDE 2 ROSÉ
ON NOSE
The bouquet is complex and warm, with an exotic combination of papaya, crystallised orange, curry leaves and sweet spices. Rounded off by marine and roasted notes.
ON PALATE
First impressions are full, affectionate, solid and rounded all at once. Carnal, tactile and in full bloom, the wine's expression is languorous and holds the note magnificently.
THE HARVEST
After a particularly rapid spurt in vegetation growth, the Champagne region is hit hard by spring frosts in April 1990. Blossoming is therefore difficult in the cold and rainy conditions. A heat wave summer then sets in and remains until the generous downpours in the days leading up to the harvest, on September 11. The musts boast an exceptional composition and homogenous quality; throughout the Champagne region.
PLÉNITUDE 3
ON NOSE
Complex aromas of roasted coffee and woody spice quickly merge with notes of barley sugar and dried citrus peel.
ON PALATE
A penetrating, harmonious, precise richness without opulence. Persistent notes of candied citrus peels affirm themselves, becoming a vigorous and silky blend.
THE HARVEST
After a particularly rapid spurt in vegetation growth, the Champagne region is hit hard by spring frosts in April 1990. Blossoming is therefore difficult in the cold and rainy conditions. A heat wave summer then sets in and remains until the generous downpours in the days leading up to the harvest, on September 11.
Dom Pérignon 1992
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
Opens on a floral note followed by aromas of candied grapefruit peel, hazelnut and spices.
ON PALATE
Sleek, intense, lively, racy. Persistent flavours of dried fruit with a precise fine texture.
THE HARVEST
After 3 years of spring frosts, the vines finally budded under mild conditions. The early, complete flowering extended from the last days of May in some areas of the Côtes des Blancs to mid-June for the Pinot Meunier vineyards. The hot summer was punctuated by a few isolated hailstorms. The harvest began on September 14th for the Chardonnay grapes and on the 15th for the Pinot Noir. The maturity is superb with musts of remarkable finesse and roundness.
ROSÉ
ON NOSE
The initial floral notes rapidly lead into glazed fruit, cherries and the zest of citrus fruit. The final notes consist of smoky accents and cocoa.
ON PALATE
An airy opening; the sensations gradually expand, tighten and affirm themselves in force, becoming dense and precise.
THE HARVEST
After 3 years of spring frosts, the vines finally budded under mild conditions. The early, complete flowering extended from the last days of May in some areas of the Côtes des Blancs to mid-June for the Pinot Meunier vineyards. The hot summer was punctuated by a few isolated hailstorms. The harvest began on September 14th for the Chardonnay grapes and on the 15th for the Pinot Noir. The maturity is superb with musts of remarkable finesse and roundness.
PLÉNITUDE 2
ON NOSE
Initial nose of light aniseed and fresh almonds rapidly give way to mango and dried figs, with toasty aromas completing the bouquet.
ON PALATE
The palate has a firm structure, with a backbone of initial aromas leading to airy, delicate flavours. A tender, silky texture gradually evolved into persistent, fresh notes of candied grapefruit and pepper
THE HARVEST
After 3 years of spring frosts, the vines finally budded under mild conditions. The early, complete flowering extended from the last days of May in some areas of the Côtes des Blancs to mid-June for the Pinot Meunier vineyards. The hot summer was punctuated by a few isolated hailstorms. The harvest began on September 14th for the Chardonnay grapes and on the 15th for the Pinot Noir. The maturity is superb with musts of remarkable finesse and roundness.
PLÉNITUDE 2 ROSÉ
ON NOSE
The top notes of dried herbs immediately give way to candied citrus peel, the whole complemented by toasted, smoky accents and hints of cocoa.
ON PALATE
The attack is open, airy and caressing. The wine's intensity gradually makes itself felt and carries on, holding the penetrating sappy note.
THE HARVEST
After 3 years of spring frosts, the vines were finally able to bud in favorable conditions. Flowering started early and was completed by mid-June. The hot summer was marked by a few isolated thunderstorms and hailstorms. The harvest began on September 14, with wonderfully mature grapes. The quality of the must was remarkable for its finesse and roundness.
PLÉNITUDE 3
ON NOSE
Initial hints of slightly licorice notes and fresh almonds quickly open up to mango and dried figs, complemented by torrefied notes.
ON PALATE
The mouth is precisely formed, with a coherent structure. The initial fat becomes airy and delicate. The mouthfeel glides with silky tenderness, subsiding on a sustained high note (peppery, confit grapefruit).
THE HARVEST
After three years of spring frosts, budding was at last able to begin in clement conditions. The hot summer was punctuated by a few isolated hailstorms. The harvest began early (September 14). The wines have a good balance.
Dom Pérignon 1993
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
Opens with notes of red-fleshed peaches, rapidly evolving to cashew nuts and dried herbs. This aromatic experience finishes on a note of lightly toasted brioche.
ON PALATE
Well-orchestrated, precise and full-bodied tastes. The initial density becomes creamy, while the long finish ends on a note of glazed citrus fruit.
THE HARVEST
Vintage 1993 is the product of early ripening. The warm, stormy spring prompted the vines to flower rapidly and fully in the early days of June. In spite of an average temperature, the summer was unusually sunny and dry, and these conditions continued through to the picking of the grapes: September 10th.
ROSÉ
ON NOSE
The initial floral notes rapidly lead into glazed fruit, cherries and the zest of citrus fruit. The final notes consist of smoky accents and cocoa.
ON PALATE
A tactile yet airy fullness. The length is precise, displaying an almost youthful freshness, continuous with strains of pomegranate and blood orange.
THE HARVEST
In 1993, the flowering of the vines took place particularly early and was followed by a sunny and dry summer which enabled early ripening of the fruit. The harvest began in mid-September.
PLÉNITUDE 2
ON NOSE
The first hints of dried herbs rapidly give way to candied grapefruit and cinnamon. This is rounded off with notes of biscuit and raisin.
ON PALATE
The sensations follow one after another closely, with rhythm, precision and intensity. The initial density evolves into a creamy amplitude. Its finesse draws out and takes off on a sappy note.
THE HARVEST
Plénitude 2 Vintage 1993 is characterised by its precocity. Despite very average temperatures, the summer was remarkable both for its amount of sunshine and the drought which lasted until the harvest began.
PLÉNITUDE 2 ROSÉ
ON NOSE
The first notes of red fruit are soon replaced by those of dried figs and spices. The overall harmony is complemented by peaty and smoky notes.
ON PALATE
The wine is insolently brilliant and precise, with an almost youthful freshness and notes of dates and pink grapefruit. It has a tactile, powdery, silky presence, with a remarkably tense, sharp finish.
THE HARVEST
Everything about Plénitude 2 Rosé Vintage 1993 was precocious. Early budding and a warm, stormy spring led to rapid, full flowering in the first half of June. Despite average temperatures, the summer was remarkable for the sunny, dry weather that lasted right up to the beginning of the harvest in September 10th.
PLÉNITUDE 3
ON NOSE
Initial hints of dried herbs quickly open up to confit grapefruit and cinnamon, complemented by notes of shortbread biscuits and dried fruit.
ON PALATE
Sensations unfold in succession, developing with rhythmic precision and voluptuousness. The initial density becomes a creamy fullness, the finesse lingers before elevating on a sappy note.
THE HARVEST
A precocious vintage. Early budding and a warm, stormy spring led to rapid and complete blooming, right from the first half of June. Despite very average temperatures, the summer was remarkable for both its generous sunshine and a dry spell that lasted until the beginning of the harvest (September 10).
Dom Pérignon 1995
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
The brioche and honey tones quickly blend with fresh almond and apricot embellished by hints of smokiness.
ON PALATE
After the upfront intensity and roundness, there is a gradual tension which becomes persistent, vibrant, pure, mineral and fruity.
THE HARVEST
The year was marked by an exceptional summer. Spring was somewhat dull and the late, though rapid, flowering was offset by the heat wave conditions beginning in the late June. Rainfall was slight for two months. There were sporadic storms with temperatures above the seasonal average for the past 30 years. Harvest began on September 18th for the chardonnay and on the 25th for the pinot noir.
ROSÉ
ON NOSE
Aromas of dried flowers and honey marry rapidly with notes of candied fruit, citrus zest and apricot. The bouquet is rounded off with smoky nuances and a touch of rye.
ON PALATE
The depth of this wine reveals itself only gradually, giving an overall impression of contained, almost channelled, strength. The initial sensation of fullness is followed by a delicate, textured feel on the palate, gently leading to a firm, precise finish (spices with a hint of vanilla).
THE HARVEST
The year 1995 was marked by an exceptional summer. Spring was rather dull, and flowering, although quick, was late. It was saved by summer heat wave, which set in towards the end of June. Over a two-month period the weather was dry with almost no rain, despite the occasional storm, and temperatures for the season were higher than they had been for the last 30 years. The harvest began on 18 September.
PLÉNITUDE 2
ON NOSE
Hints of biscuit and warm harvest blend instantaneously with citrus zest and black cherry. The overall impression is of smoked and toasted aromas.
ON PALATE
Once the sensation of power and structure is absorbed, the density of the fruit is thrown into relief on the mid-palate, and the pure finish, lively, incisive and mineral, is unveiled.
THE HARVEST
The year was notable for its exceptional summer: a fairly overcast spring meant that the vines flowered late but quickly. The summer compensated for the spring, with a heat wave arriving at the end of June. For two months, there was hardly any rain, just a few isolated clouds and above-normal temperatures that seat a 30 year record. The harvest began on September 18 for the Chardonnay and on September 25 for the Pinot noir grapes.
PLÉNITUDE 2 ROSÉ
ON NOSE
The bouquet continues to vibrate with the fruit. As it breathes, the wine opens up. Bright notes of cherry and violet soon mingle with hints of rye, praline and smoke.
ON PALATE
In the mouth, the wine is perfectly coherent. Radiant overall, it opens with ease. Elegant, contained and fleshy in its breadth, it has a mellow, exotic finish.
THE HARVEST
The year 1995 was notable for its exceptional summer. After a fairly overcast spring, the vines flowered late but quickly. The summer compensated for the spring, with a heat wave arriving at the end of June. For two months, there was hardly any rain, and above-normal temperatures set a 30-year record. The harvest began on September 18.
Dom Pérignon 1996
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
White peach, candied lemons, vanilla, praline and white pepper.
ON PALATE
A paradoxical vintage where concentration and balance rival each other. The structure asserts itself by being well-defined. Concentrated, although momentarily restrained, this vintage opens up dramatically, leaving a striking and enduring richness.
THE HARVEST
1996 was a somewhat mixed year, an unsettled summer with not enough humidity to compensate for a lack of rain early on the season. In the end, the periods of the high heat in the months preceding the harvest led to the exceptional maturity of the harvest, which was marked by a rare balance of the power and acidity.
ROSÉ
ON NOSE
The aroma of malt rapidly leads into well-ripened fruit, nectarine and wild strawberries, complemented by smoky, peaty accents.
ON PALATE
In a paradox that typifies the vintage, concentration and movement vie each other with an affirmation of boldness and authority. The tastes progress with strength – tense, radiant and sharp. The finish is firm, underscored with a slightly vanilla-spicy note.
THE HARVEST
1996 was full of contrasts. The summer weather was capricious, and the wet periods did not compensate for the early lack of rain. In the end, the periods of the high heat in the months preceding the harvest led to the exceptional maturity of the harvest, which was marked by a rare balance of the power and acidity.
PLÉNITUDE 2
ON NOSE
Praline rapidly combines with citron and dried figs. Darker underlying iodine and peaty notes also emerge.
ON PALATE
There is an apparent paradox, with concentration and movement vying for ascendancy. The structure of the wine is tense and assertive. Its energy, almost tactile, is contained for a moment before vibrating and exploding. Its opulence then becomes superbly persistent, trenchant and persuasive.
THE HARVEST
The year 1996 was full of contrasts. The summer weather was capricious, and the wet periods did not compensate for the early lack of rain. In the end, the periods of the high heat in the months preceding the harvest led to the exceptional maturity of the harvest, which was marked by a rare balance of the power and acidity.
PLÉNITUDE 2 ROSÉ
ON NOSE
The intense nose is daring, with surprising Mediterranean influences mingling dried roses, citron, saffron, figs and bay leaf. The bouquet expresses darker, silvery notes that are briny and peppery.
ON PALATE
The wine vibrates and alternates between light and shadow, freshness and gravity. Each sensation is light, savory, precise and contained. The acidic imprint that distinguishes the vintage is perfectly integrated here. The wine glides without any dryness as the appealing bitterness of spicy citrus lingers on.
THE HARVEST
The year 1996 was full of contrasts. The summer weather was capricious, and the wet periods did not compensate for the early lack of rain. In the end, the periods of the high heat in the months preceding the harvest led to the exceptional maturity of the harvest, which was marked by a rare balance of the power and acidity.
Dom Pérignon 1998
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
The initial notes of fresh almonds and grapefruit gradually lead into cashew nuts and spices complemented by lightly toasted brioche.
ON PALATE
The sensation is one of entering a wave: a satiny texture curls and unfurls on the palate, embracing and caressing it. An instant of weightlessness... matter vanishes, the finish vibrates, the taste buds are aroused by a controlled ardor. The persistence is remarkable, with just the slightest undertone of tartness (citrus zest and buds).
THE HARVEST
The year was marked by two unusual and opposing occurrences: the spectacular burning of the grapes caused by record high temperatures in August followed by exceptional rainfall in the first two weeks of September. The harvest was delayed and the wait was rewarded with the miraculously fine weather that followed. The grapes were healthy and at peak maturity.
ROSÉ
ON NOSE
Initial floral and perfumed notes blossom rapidly, leading to aromas of orange peel and dried fruits which bring to mind the scent of ripe harvests and woody spices. In the mouth, the wine reveals a fullness of texture coupled with a remarkably balanced structure that is both sophisticated and clear-cut. This complex richness of aromas, radiating warmth, creates a vibrant finish underlined with the merest hint of astringency.
ON PALATE
The wine reveals a fullness of texture coupled with a remarkably balanced structure that is both sophisticated and clear-cut. This complex richness of aromas, radiating warmth, creates a vibrant finish underlined with the merest hint of astringency.
THE HARVEST
The year saw two unusual and contrasting weather-related events: the severe burning of the grapes caused by record temperatures in August followed by exceptionally high rainfall in the first half of September. Patience regarding the start of the harvest was rewarded by the period of miraculously good weather that followed. The grapes were healthy and especially well-ripened.
PLÉNITUDE 2
ON NOSE
The wine has achieved an intense, full and radiant bouquet, with notes of honeysuckle, orange colored fruits, toasted almonds and hints of iodine sensations.
ON PALATE
The creamy chewiness characterizing the vintage is channeled in a direction that is edgy yet embracing, with a wave of aromatic persistence. Its finish – smoky, biting and full of energy – offers balance and harmony.
THE HARVEST
The wine-growing season was marked by extremes, with few grapes, burnt by the sun, in a spectacularly hot August and especially gray, rainy weather during the first two weeks of September. Postponing the harvest allowed us to take advantage of the miraculous spell of good weather that followed. That decision was the making of the vintage. When the harvest began on September 21, the grapes were perfectly ripe and healthy.
Dom Pérignon 1999
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
The tasting begins with a wine that breathes and comes alive in a light, playful spiral, with touches of angelica, coconut, cinnamon, cocoa and tobacco.
ON PALATE
In the mouth, the wine reaches a state of complex fullness: earthy, smoky and pearly, underscored by the vibrant warmth of peppery spice. The sensation of intensity develops and melts into a deep, rounded heart, with a fruity, exotic maturity and a slight touch of aniseed. This sensation, almost unsettling, is even more pronounced in the finish, while the notes of spice, still present, remain discreet, with toasted and iodine flavors.
THE HARVEST
The year 1999 was contrasted, the average temperature was high, and the long, dry, summer season was confirmed as being "tropical", punctuated with strong winds and several hailstorms. The rainfall during harvesting (14 September), did not affect a healthy and abundant crop, with an exceptionally powerful and well-rounded character.
PLÉNITUDE 2
ON NOSE
Its complexity brings a sensory chiaroscuro, juxtaposing fruit and ripeness. Warm, mineral, cocoa and smoked peat notes converse with the more delicate character of a dried flower and candied tropical fruit. The overall sensation is enhanced with touches of peppery wood.
ON PALATE
The opening beams instantly and strikes a joyful major chord. The body is lively, with umami resonating and sculpting the contours of the wine. Surprisingly fruity, the middle palate is characteristic of the vintage. The finish is tactile, with saline toasted notes.
THE HARVEST
The weather was contrasted, often unexpected. The average temperature for the year was high, and the long, dry, summer season was confirmed as being "tropical", punctuated with strong winds and several hailstorms. Rain during picking (on 14 September) had no effect on the healthy and plentiful harvest, which was extraordinary in its strength and body.
Dom Pérignon 2000
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
Fresh, crystalline, and sharp, the first nose unveils an unusual dimension, an aquatic vegetal world with secret touches of white pepper and gardenia. The wine reveals a light, gentle maturity before exhaling peaty scents.
ON PALATE
The attack bursts forth, before maturing into a sensual fullness that winds around itself, like a tendril of foliage. Notes of liquorice and dried ginger linger on the skin of fruit (pear and mango), more textured than ripe. The finish gradually unfurls and then settles, smooth, mellow, all-encompassing. An indefinable je ne sais quoi, never upsetting the integrity of the wine, has worked its charm.
THE HARVEST
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. The initial tastings revealed that the Chardonnay grapes harvested last were supple, ample and complex. The Pinot Noir harvest was structured and offered great length.
ROSÉ
ON NOSE
The first floral notes immediately give way to black cherry and candied citrus peel, complemented by cocoa and a few smoky accents.
ON PALATE
The flawless construction achieves a perfect classicism on the palate, dominated by a sensation of balance, consistency and integration. The wine has a surprisingly brilliant and fleshy fruitiness. Its initial solidity becomes more tactile and finally sappy, with a subtly bittersweet note.
THE HARVEST
Globaly, the year 2000 was warm, despite cooler-than-average temperatures in July and significant rain and hail. The harvest began on September 11th.
PLÉNITUDE 2
ON NOSE
The bouquet is ripe, lively and generous. The warm aromas of hay and brioche mingle with those of bergamot orange and russet stone fruit. The overall effect exudes smoky grey accents.
ON PALATE
The vibrant opening strikes the first chord, a prelude to a complexity that is more tactile than plump, and only gives of itself gradually. The distinguished viscosity is understated and simply fits around the contours of the wine. The length is exquisitely bitter and abounds with sap, a mingling of liquorice and toasted malt.
THE HARVEST
The year was characterised by challenging contrasts between cold and rainy periods, and warm and stormy weather. Summer was uncertain and often gloomy, the weather brightened up miraculously during the last few days of August, and the fine days continued right up until the end of the harvest. While the Dom Pérignon Vintage 2000, first presented in 2008, revealed a combination of freshness and ripeness, of effervescence and harmony, it now projects a new expression. This Second Plenitude, P2 2000, draws from new energy, intensity, vitality and depth.
PLÉNITUDE 2 ROSÉ
ON NOSE
Like Janus, the wine has two sides, expressing both warmth and coolness. The seductiveness of black cherries, dried figs and roses contrasts with deeper notes of nutmeg and cocoa powder, culminating in a finish of toastiness, smoke and ash.
ON PALATE
The initial impression is dominated by the consistency and integrated balance of all the different facets. The mouthfeel unfolds with suppleness and a round, even full-bodied sensation. The surprising finish tightens and then slackens, sappy and acidic, revealing notes of spices and dried citrus.
THE HARVEST
The year was marked by an understandably stressful succession of cold and rainy periods, followed by hot and stormy interludes. The summer was uncertain, with long stretches of dreary weather. Then, at the end of August, the weather turned miraculously beautiful. This favorable period, which lasted through the entire harvest, is what made the vintage. Picking began with the Pinot Noir grapes on September 11, providing amazingly rich fruit.
Dom Pérignon 2002
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
The first hints of fresh almond and harvest aromas immediately open up into preserved lemon and dried fruits, the whole rounded off by darker smoky and toasted qualities.
ON PALATE
The presence of the wine on the palate is immediately captivating. Paradoxically concentrated yet creamy, it is energetic and warm in the mouth, focusing on the fruit, then gradually taking on more profound bass notes. The whole holds its note perfectly, intensively, with just a subtle, elegant hint of underlying bitterness.
THE HARVEST
The spring was warm and dry, with no significant frost and near-perfect flowering. The summer was marked by long sunny periods, interspersed with regular cloudy and rainy spells. The unexpectedly perfect weather just before the harvest compensated for the heavy rains of late August and early September. The vines were in good health, and the dehydration of the grape berries helped them reach new heights of ripeness. The harvest began between September 12 and 28.
ROSÉ
ON NOSE
The wine's bouquet is lilting and luminous, with a wide spectrum dominated by an orange-red glow. This complexity becomes deeper and more somber in the finish, with hints of smoke and black cherry.
ON PALATE
酒液具有自信的存在感，触感非凡，奶油般的丰腴与抚慰的浓郁度。饱满感延伸并维持着汁液充沛、灵动而晶莹的音符。"
THE HARVEST
The spring was marked by drought, and even with stormy periods in July and a mostly gray August, the maturation of the grapes was slowed by the lack of sufficient moisture. The eagerly awaited rains did not arrive until the end of August. At the beginning of September, the sun drove away the rain, and there is followed six weeks of golden light. The harvest started on September 12 and lasted until September 28.
PLÉNITUDE 2
ON NOSE
Its complexity starts out warm, golden, shimmering, with eastern exoticism: crystallised fruits, frangipane, sweet spices, fresh coriander. On the first nose, saffron is greyer and more saline, with the bouquet slowly becoming complex and then more austere, mysterious, clean and soothing.
ON PALATE
The flavour instantly unfurls leaving a bright, expressive, delicate aftertaste that is lively yet sensual, and still very fruit-forward. The nose and palate are strikingly similar, and the velvety mouth-feel becomes deeper and richer. The overall result displays intense, elegant, saline and slight liquorice notes.
THE HARVEST
Dom Pérignon Vintage 2002 Plénitude 2 expresses confident, enhanced maturity. The assertive character of this wine now gives it genuine and authentic power; a delicate complexity woven through with freshness and minerality, coming together in a light texture. It conjures up pale gold, enhanced with the energy of light: radiant gold.
Dom Pérignon 2003
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
The bouquet spirals through sweet, bright floral notes and the lively minerality so typical of Dom Pérignon, then notes of candied fruit, plants, the incredible freshness of camphor leaf and finally the dark hints of spices and liquorice root.
ON PALATE
The wine is currently still physical. It is compelling, tactile and vibrant rather than aromatic. The rhythm and tempo are more dominant than the melody. At first mild and delicate, then strongly, confidently mineral, persistent, precise, with a refined bitterness, and an iodine, saline tang.
THE HARVEST
The crop was perfectly ripe and healthy, like those of 1947, 1959 and 1976.
ROSÉ
ON NOSE
The nose incites a burst of richness and complexity. Ripe fruit at first, then fig and strawberry as the wine breathes and grows, revealing guava, violet and vanilla.
ON PALATE
The palate is concentrated and remarkably well-defined. The fullness is structured, rich. The silky, spicy material very gradually disappears into a mineral, iodine, salty finish.
THE HARVEST
在格外寒冷、干燥和严酷的冬季之后，4月7日至11日的春季霜冻在香槟区留下了持久的印记。夏季立即变得灼热，是53年来最热的。任何奇迹般逃脱霜冻和冰雹的果实，直到采收都承受着酷热。收成完美成熟且健康，如同1947、1959和1976年。
PLÉNITUDE 2
ON NOSE
Out of the floral softness of lime tree emerges the grey, toasted, ashy minerality so typical of Dom Pérignon. A taste of dried fruit – apricot – appears, then the candied fruitiness of raspberry and fig. Unexpectedly, the freshness of lemon verbena, white pepper and rosemary rises for an instant, before plunging into the darkness of spices and liquorice root.
ON PALATE
This is a physical wine. It calls to you and draws you in, more tactile and vibrant than aromatic. Like a wave, it is built on rhythm and breaks: first it unfolds, then envelops – generous and structured – before withdrawing into a deep, dark verticality that slowly stretches towards a bitter, sapid iodine sensation.
THE HARVEST
2003 is a year that will remain forever the year that changed the history of Champagne. A scorching summer imposed the earliest harvest since 1822, leading Dom Pérignon to interpret this unique year with an approach inspired by intuition and forward-looking choices. Dom Pérignon Vintage 2003 Plénitude 2 offers a rereading of history and a second life of the Vintage 2003, revealing an insolent freshness. The enveloping flow is magnified, an unabashed embrace.
Dom Pérignon 2004
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
On the nose, aromas of almond and powdered cocoa develop gradually into white fruit with hints of dried flowers. Classic toasted notes give a rounded finish and denote a fully realized maturity.
ON PALATE
On the palate, the wine instantly traces an astoundingly fine line between density and weightlessness. Its precision is extreme, tactile, dark and chiselled. The full taste lingers with the utmost elegance on a sappy, spicy note.
THE HARVEST
The 2004 vintage leaves its mark on the history of Dom Pérignon for its ease and generosity. In contrast with the year before, vine growth was regular and progressed without incident, while the bunches were of a significant number and size. While the weather remained moderate for some time with the month of August particularly cool – the vintage was defined by the dry heat of the final weeks before the harvest. The harvest began on 24th September with the grapes displaying excellent ripeness and health.
ROSÉ
ON NOSE
The nose sings out loud and clear, beginning with fresh, intense red fruit: redcurrants and wild strawberries, complemented by warm notes of ripe hay, blood orange and cocoa.
ON PALATE
入口丝滑而包容，但最终是精准的印象主导。酒液雕琢般的完整性，浓郁而穿透力强，被这个年份标志性的绿柑橘意外芬芳所延长。
THE HARVEST
The full-bodied ease of the 2004 vintage will leave its mark on the history of Dom Pérignon. In stark contrast to the previous year, the vines experienced steady, problem-free vegetative growth, with abundant, sizable grape clusters. There were no weather extremes during most of the season – even the month of August was rather cool. It was the dry heat of the final weeks that made the vintage what it is. The harvest of the mature, healthy crop began on September 24.
PLÉNITUDE 2
ON NOSE
An exceptionally fresh, slender nose reveals notes of white peach, lemon verbena and linden, with subtle toasted accents.
ON PALATE
The palate is sleek and precise, with a silky texture remarkable energy. The finish is long and persistent, with notes of citrus and toasted almonds.
THE HARVEST
The 2004 vintage was characterized by excellent weather conditions throughout the growing season. The harvest began on September 24, yielding grapes of outstanding quality with perfect balance between sugar and acidity.
Dom Pérignon 2005
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
酒液极为丰富的芬芳以层层波浪展现：首先是浓郁的水果，更偏黑而非红，然后融入银色的矿物感。果仁糖与芫荽的芬芳补充了整体。
ON PALATE
The wine has a strong character and a powerful presence – there is even something physical about it. Overall, it is structured, focused, firm and dense. Its intriguingly spicy, flowery finish remains present in each sip.
THE HARVEST
The year 2005 was full of contrasts. The weather was mostly warm, with little rain. A heatwave in August was followed by cool, rainy weather in September, tempering our initial enthusiasm. In the end, a drastic selection in the vineyard ensured a limited volume of exceptional quality, with a never-before-seen aromatic maturity. The harvest began on September 14.
ROSÉ
ON NOSE
Tropical notes of guava and curry leaf melt away into more classical ones of zest and very ripe stone fruit. Cocoa and toasted spices complement the whole.
ON PALATE
The wine has a bracing vinosity. Its initial richness expands and affirms itself, becoming more physical, powerful and structured. It has remarkable length in the mouth, with a touch of licorice and a backdrop of juicy, bitter blood orange.
THE HARVEST
The year was hot and dry, but it was marked by contrasts. The initial enthusiasm generated by a heat wave in August was tempered by rain and cool weather in September. In the end, drastic selection in the vineyard guaranteed a limited volume of exceptional quality, with unprecedented aromatic maturity. The harvest began on September 14.
Dom Pérignon 2006
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
The immediate impression is of the mildness of the pure, airy, bright bouquet. A floral, fruity pastel tone then unfolds and quickly darkens into candied fruit, ripe hay and toasted notes, along with hints of licorice.
ON PALATE
酒液的华丽——克制而多汁，内心圆润——在口感上展现。包膜滑动、延展，酒液变得更加复杂、锐利，比奶油更丝滑。整体最终融入一种精致的苦味，带有海水的咸味。
THE HARVEST
2006年气候不规则，总体而言炎热干燥。2006年份在酒窖中的成熟过程非常缓慢。很长一段时间，酒液完全由水果的成熟度主导。直到2015年，其第一臻致的全面性与和谐才最终展现。唐培里侬2006是最高级、明亮而辉煌的。它最初的慷慨——宽广而触感丰富——被清晰的结构所增强，赋予其清新与精准。
ROSÉ
ON NOSE
The bouquet is mesmerizing, ripe, and complex. The opening notes are a blend of dark spices and cocoa which develop very quickly into fruit aromas. Fruit reigns supreme, with roasted fig and apricot and candied orange. The overall effect exudes smoky accents.
ON PALATE
The fullness of the wine is immediately striking. Its intensity and succulence set the tone through the sweetness and crisp punch of the flavors. The silky mouthfeel melts into a smooth, tight, and grainy structure with just a hint of vegetable flavors. The wine expresses an appealing brininess and saline character.
THE HARVEST
The weather in 2006 was generally warm and dry, although there were some contrasts. A heat wave hit during July, but August was unseasonably cool and damp. September brought another stretch of warm summer weather that saved the vintage, drying out the few places where botrytis was developing and leading to above average fruit ripeness. Harvesting began on September 11 and continued for nearly three weeks.
PLÉNITUDE 2
ON NOSE
Dom Pérignon Vintage 2006 Plénitude 2 presents a soft, warm and sweet bouquet, rich in floral and mineral nuances, evoking wild peach, citron, calisson and mocha.
ON PALATE
Dom Pérignon 2006 feels full-bodied and tender on the palate, gradually becoming more complex. The finish combines notes of dried fruit, cocoa and toasted hazelnut.
THE HARVEST
The variable weather conditions in 2006 influenced the vintage. Despite a scorching July, August was cool and wet. Grape harvesting began on 11 September, benefiting from summery weather in September, which dried out the botrytis outbreaks and gave the grapes an exceptional maturity.
Dom Pérignon 2008
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
The opening bouquet is complex and luminous, a mingling of white flowers, citrus and stone fruit. The overall effect is enhanced by the freshness of aniseed and crushed mint. The final aromas offered by the wine are starting to show spicy, woody and roasted notes.
ON PALATE
经过长时间的犹豫，酒液终于绽放。香气与口感之间达到完全平衡。它纤细、极简、纯净、紧致、运动的特质现在也以温暖的方式表达。水果鲜明而清晰。这个年份特有的酸度融合得极为出色。其持久性主要是芳香性的，灰色、烟熏，极具前景。
THE HARVEST
2008 was dominated by grey, overcast skies – an exception in a decade characterized by bold, generous sunshine. Just when the harvest was getting underway, the weather conditions were finally perfect: blue skies and prolonged north-northeasterly winds. The grapes were riper than anyone dared hope, and had truly outstanding balance. The vines were in perfect health.
ROSÉ
ON NOSE
The bouquet bursts forth with raspberries and wild strawberries. Persistent powdery notes of iris and violet immediately meld with the fruit aromas. After breathing, greener nuances arrive, evoking privet, angelica and camphor tree.
ON PALATE
The initial sensations are tactile, full-bodied and silky as they unfold like a caress, gradually becoming bolder. The acidic foundation that is the signature of the vintage weaves into the structure of the pinot noir, vibrating the heart of the wine. The affirmed, persistent finish is redolent of peonies and white pepper
THE HARVEST
唐培里侬2008年份桃红是一个阳光十年的组成部分。然而在这个时期的核心，这一年却与众不同。春季和夏季灰色阴沉，导致了温暖和光线的不足。然后奇迹般地，9月的阳光和风完全扭转了局面。期待已久的葡萄成熟度迸发出来，以空前高调的平衡蓬勃发展。
PLÉNITUDE 2
ON NOSE
It unfurls like the Kanagawa wave, scintillating, radiating, lilting. Candied lemon, bergamot, white peach, cocoa, roasted coffee. Its freshness is vibrant as well as silky, with a solar presence, slightly iodized.
ON PALATE
Dom Pérignon Vintage 2008 Plénitude 2 has widened. As it lands on the tongue, its edges are climbing up the palate, fulling a more complete tactile space. The acid frame is entwined with bitter and umami hints, as if it was braided, hence becoming more consistant.
THE HARVEST
2008 was dominated by grey, overcast skies – an exception in a decade characterized by bold, generous sunshine. Spring and summer brought the same lack of sunlight and absence of high temperatures. It was September that saved the vintage, belatedly and miraculously. Just when the harvest was getting underway (on September 15), the weather conditions were finally perfect: blue skies and prolonged north-northeasterly winds.
Dom Pérignon 2009
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
Notes of guava and spicy green grapefruit zest combine with stone fruit: white peach and nectarine. The wine opens up, with the whole complemented by woody vanilla and warm, lightly toasted brioche.
ON PALATE
水果雄伟：成熟、丰腴而深邃。在丰腴与某种性感之外，是一种强烈的连贯感占据主导。酒液的力量被显著克制。各种感官——丝滑、咸味、汁液充沛、苦涩与咸味——汇聚并持续。
THE HARVEST
2009年卓越天气条件的持续是前所未有的，让我们得以探索香槟区葡萄成熟度的新边界。这个年份提供了最成熟、最丰富的水果风味，处于巅峰状态的葡萄，带着未来酒液清新与能量的承诺。2009年份为一个非凡、阳光、大胆而慷慨的十年画上了句号。
ROSÉ
ON NOSE
After fleeting aromas of rose, orange oil and saffron, the bouquet becomes warmer, dominated by red fruit – raspberry and cherry – then somber touches of cassis and fig. Sweetness ultimately triumphs, with notes of gingerbread and licorice.
ON PALATE
The fruit is majestic, ripe, fleshy and profound. After a markedly smooth and round initial mouthfeel, the wine nestles in the heart of the palate, settling with a sort of intimately intense caress. The power is contained, and the dominant impression is consistency. Sapid sensations converge and persist, leaving the memory of their tactile imprint.
THE HARVEST
The year began with a lengthy stretch of unfavorable conditions. Winter was harsh, followed by a warm and rainy spring. Flowering proved difficult and the vines faced an attack of mildew. A series of storms in July raised concerns about their health. Then August turned out to be absolutely perfect. The weather remained dry and warm all the way to harvest time, except for an unfortunate episode when a hailstorm hit Hautvillers, Verzenay and Chouilly on September 4. The harvest began on September 12 under truly idyllic conditions. The grapes were in perfect health, with superlative maturity and incredible aromatic expression.
Dom Pérignon 2010
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
The nose is delicate and refined, with notes of white flowers, citrus and fresh almonds, evolving towards toasted and slightly smoky nuances.
ON PALATE
Elegant and precise, with a silky texture and remarkable freshness. The finish is long and persistent, with notes of candied fruit and a delicate minerality.
THE HARVEST
2010 was a year characterized by cool temperatures and a slow, steady ripening process. The harvest began in mid-September, producing grapes with excellent acidity and refined aromatic profiles.
Dom Pérignon 2012
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
A beautifully complex nose revealing notes of white peach, citrus blossom and toasted almond, with subtle floral undertones.
ON PALATE
Rich and full-bodied, with remarkable depth and a creamy texture. The finish is exceptionally long, with notes of candied citrus and toasted brioche.
THE HARVEST
A challenging year that demanded meticulous vineyard management. The harvest began in September, yielding grapes of exceptional quality with perfect balance and concentration.
Dom Pérignon 2013
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
Elegant and refined, with notes of white flowers, citrus and fresh fruit, complemented by subtle toasted nuances.
ON PALATE
Fresh and vibrant, with a silky texture and remarkable precision. The finish is long and persistent, with notes of candied fruit and a delicate minerality.
THE HARVEST
A year characterized by cool temperatures and a lengthy growing season. The harvest began in late September, producing grapes with excellent acidity and refined aromatics.
Dom Pérignon 2015
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
Dom Pérignon 2015 presents roasted and cocoa notes, balanced by floral notes of lime blossom, jasmine and peony, enlivened with spices such as aniseed and cardamom. A fruity, botanical freshness with hints of orange and green papaya creates an overall harmony.
ON PALATE
The full-bodied yet delicate 2015 vintage wine offers a unique sensory experience with fruity notes of peach, nectarine, citrus and gentian.
THE HARVEST
The 2015 winegrowing year was marked by contrasts, with an icy spring followed by a long period of heat and exceptional dryness until August. Grape harvesting began on 7 September in sunny conditions with the vines in optimal health, revealing the balanced generosity of the grapes.
Dom Pérignon 2017
VINTAGE
ON NOSE
An acute smell of petrichor, both warm and fresh. The scent of a heady flower, of jasmine. The complex touch of candied zest, both vegetal and fruity, soft and grainy.
ON PALATE
Dom Pérignon Vintage 2017 reveals a dual character that captivates instantly. Between bitterness and acidity, between sweetness and tension, between opulence and edge, and between roundness and straightness. This duality unfolds a dreamlike world of fragrances and flavors capable of reconciling opposites.
THE HARVEST
2017 has known three sequences, three opposite directions which are the foundations of this vintage's character in tension. In the vineyard, the year began in a mild way. At the beginning of spring, in March, quietness was broken by 12 frost days, which led to a reduction in the potential yield. The rest of spring and the beginning of summer were hot and dry, which consolidated precocious maturation, and was propitious to sugar concentration in the remaining grapes. The rainfalls at the end of August changed the situation. Similarly to 2005 and 2010, the cropping strategy and the ability to sort out the grapes were essential to save the best fruit. The harvested chardonnays were the ripest since 2000. When uninfected, the pinots noirs showed a very beautiful balance between maturity and freshness.