France
The vast and diverse wine regions of France, each with its own unique terroirs, grape varieties, and winemaking techniques, are a treasure trove.
In Bordeaux, the birthplace of some of the world's most iconic wines, esteemed vineyards such as Château Lafite Rothschild, Château Margaux, Château Latour, and Château Haut-Brion produce exceptional red wines, showcasing the art of blending Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Malbec. The region is also renowned for its exquisite white wines, with vineyards like Château d'Yquem and Domaine de Chevalier producing legendary sweet wines.
Moving to Burgundy, the vineyards of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, Domaine Leroy, and Domaine Armand Rousseau capture the essence of the region's revered terroir, crafting exquisite red wines from the Pinot Noir grape. Meanwhile, Domaine Leflaive and Domaine Coche-Dury are celebrated for their world-class white wines, predominantly made from Chardonnay.
The Champagne region, known for its sparkling wines, boasts illustrious houses such as Krug, Dom Pérignon, and Moët & Chandon, as well as grower-producers like Pierre Péters and Jacques Selosse. These vineyards create exceptional sparkling wines using the traditional method, offering a symphony of delicate bubbles, elegant flavors, and vibrant acidity.
In the Rhône Valley, iconic vineyards like Chapoutier, E. Guigal, and Château de Beaucastel produce remarkable red wines in the northern appellations of Hermitage, Côte-Rôtie, and Cornas, showcasing the elegance and power of Syrah. Further south, Châteauneuf-du-Pape is celebrated for its rich and full-bodied red blends, with Château Rayas and Clos des Papes leading the way.
In Alsace, vineyards such as Domaine Zind-Humbrecht and omaine Trimbach craft exquisite white wines, including Riesling, Gewürztraminer, and Pinot Gris, expressing the region's unique terroir and varietal character.
These are just a few highlights among the diverse array of wines that France offers. From the Loire Valley's crisp whites and elegant reds to the Languedoc-Roussillon's bold and robust wines, each region presents its own vinous treasures.
France
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Falstaff (98)
Medium golden yellow, silver reflections, fine, persistent mousse. Dark minerality, initially limes, a hint of bitter oranges, fine roasted aromas, nuances of coffee, ripe figs, some blossom honey, incredibly multi-faceted bouquet that develops well with air. Complex, finely-meshed, firm texture, good fruit expression, a hint of cherries and liquorice, has great vertical depth, delicate aftertaste of blackberries and liquorice, lemony touch, great length, completely convincing. Please use a large Burgundy glass to explore all the nuances.Inc. VAT£383.84 -
(1x75cl) 2006Vinous - Antonio Galloni (98)
The 2006 Dom Pérignon P2 is a Champagne of power and substance. All the solar intensity of the year comes through. Apricot, baked apple tart, white flowers, spice, marzipan and tangerine peel stain the palate. The 2006 possesses tremendous punch, while also showing the first signs of aromatic development consistent with a 20-year-old Champagne.Inc. VAT£399.20 -
(3x75cl) 2006Vinous - Antonio Galloni (98)
The 2006 Dom Pérignon P2 is a Champagne of power and substance. All the solar intensity of the year comes through. Apricot, baked apple tart, white flowers, spice, marzipan and tangerine peel stain the palate. The 2006 possesses tremendous punch, while also showing the first signs of aromatic development consistent with a 20-year-old Champagne.Inc. VAT£1,247.53 -
(6x75cl) 2006Vinous - Antonio Galloni (98)
The 2006 Dom Pérignon P2 is a Champagne of power and substance. All the solar intensity of the year comes through. Apricot, baked apple tart, white flowers, spice, marzipan and tangerine peel stain the palate. The 2006 possesses tremendous punch, while also showing the first signs of aromatic development consistent with a 20-year-old Champagne.Inc. VAT£2,060.66 -
(1x75cl) 1995Vinous (96)
A totally breathtaking wine, the 1995 Dom Pérignon Rosé P2 is a fitting conclusion to this tasting. Crushed flowers, sweet tobacco, cedar and dried cherry give the 1995 fabulous aromatic complexity and nuance. Deceptive in its ethereal feel, the 1995 has lovely palate presence and tons of class. It is both mature and timeless, in the way only Champagne can be.Inc. VAT£1,270.64 -
Vinous (98)
Dom Pérignon’s 1996 Rosé P2 is rich, vertical and explosive, with that combination of structure and inner perfume that makes it so alluring and so flat-out delicious.Inc. VAT£1,343.84 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (97)
The 2000 Dom Pérignon Rosé P2 is even better than the last time I tasted it. This is an espeically fine bottle. Rich, plush and enveloping, the 2000 is a magnificent Rosé from the Richard Geoffroy era. Kirsch, blood orange, spice and rose petal race across the palate. I especially admire the wine's breadth and vinous intensity, signatures of the house style at the time. Magnificent.Inc. VAT£1,257.44 -
From the revered Champagne region of France, Dom Perignon P2 Triology 1998,1999,2000 NV serves as a testament to the venerated winemaking skills of the eponymous Benedictine monk. Crafted in the esteemed cellars of Moët & Chandon, it endows a sublime exploration of three vintages, elegantly curated in a single trilogy production. Each bottle undergoes a precise méthode traditionelle, enriched by an extended lees-aging period, thereby intensifying its the wine's depth and complexity. Delicate effervescence unveils waves of elegant minerality, intertwined with notes of almond and ripe yellow fruits. Endowed with a vibrant yet graceful persona, the Dom Perignon P2 Triology 1998,1999,2000 seamlessly marries youthful vivacity with the unmistakable hints of a prolonged evolution. A rare piece of artistry in a trilogy format, preserving the luminosity inherent within each unique vintage, thus fulfilling the brand's acclaimed commitment to delivering vintage-only champagne.
Inc. VAT£1,948.33 -
Falstaff (98)
Medium golden yellow, silver reflections, fine, persistent mousse. Dark minerality, initially limes, a hint of bitter oranges, fine roasted aromas, nuances of coffee, ripe figs, some blossom honey, incredibly multi-faceted bouquet that develops well with air. Complex, finely-meshed, firm texture, good fruit expression, a hint of cherries and liquorice, has great vertical depth, delicate aftertaste of blackberries and liquorice, lemony touch, great length, completely convincing. Please use a large Burgundy glass to explore all the nuances.Inc. VAT£1,080.73 -
(6x75cl) 2004Falstaff (98)
Medium golden yellow, silver reflections, fine, persistent mousse. Dark minerality, initially limes, a hint of bitter oranges, fine roasted aromas, nuances of coffee, ripe figs, some blossom honey, incredibly multi-faceted bouquet that develops well with air. Complex, finely-meshed, firm texture, good fruit expression, a hint of cherries and liquorice, has great vertical depth, delicate aftertaste of blackberries and liquorice, lemony touch, great length, completely convincing. Please use a large Burgundy glass to explore all the nuances.Inc. VAT£2,204.66 -
(1x75cl) 1969Vinous (97)
A deeper, richer expression of the vintage vis-à-vis the Œno comes through in the 1969 Dom Pérignon P3. There is a good bit of aromatic brightness and plenty of freshness as well, but the P3 is distinguished by its textural breath, volume and pure power. The richness of the fruit makes the bubbles barely perceptible in this exquisite Champagne. I prefer the greater precision of the Œno, but both of the late releases are sublime.Inc. VAT£12,707.33 -
(1x75cl) 1992Inc. VAT£2,895.44 -
(1x150cl) 1988Introducing the mighty Dom Perignon P3 Rose 1988, a testament to superb winemaking concentrated in an exquisite bottle. As the brainchild of Champagne's prestigious producer, Moët & Chandon, this exalted wine originates from the lush vineyards of Épernay, France. Crafted from the exceptional 1988 harvest, a select blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes lend unique depth and allure to this coveted vintage. With three decades of maturation, the P3 Rose showcases Dom Perignon's exceptional P3 Plénitude concept, illustrating illustrious second and third peak maturity stages. The Dom Perignon P3 Rose 1988 exhibits a vibrant and complex profile, balancing delicate summer fruit accents with a robust, earthy finish. On the palate, expect a thrilling dance between freshness and depth, encapsulating seasoned wine connoisseurs. Concluding with an impressive length, the Dom Perignon P3 Rose 1988 eloquently articulates the pinnacle of luxury and craftsmanship in the world of wine, positioning it as a must-have in any reputable cellar.
Inc. VAT£8,181.29 -
(3x75cl) NVThis case contains:
1x75cl Dom Perignon Oenotheque 1995 | 96 Wine Advocate
Drinking Window: 2006-2028
The 1995 Dom Perignon Oenotheque is the second release of this wine, and was disgorged in 2005. This silky-textured Champagne reveals breathtaking finesse, elegance and clarity in its perfumed bouquet, with delicate notes of pears and roasted nuts that add further complexity. The finish goes on and on. This mind-bending Champagne possesses all of the qualities of profoundness, most importantly the ability to develop beautifully in the glass and the potential to acquire even more depth in bottle over the coming years. It is a stunner. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2028.
1x75cl Dom Perignon 2000 | 94 Wine Advocate
Drinking window: 2008-2034
The 2000 Brut Dom Perignon is a gorgeous, seductive wine that floats on the palate with remarkable grace. Toasty aromas meld into freshly cut flowers, apricots and pears, with sweet notes of mint and licorice that linger on the long finish. This perfumed, inviting Dom Perignon is elegance personified, and in this vintage the wine fully merits its lofty reputation. According to winemaker Vincent Chaperone there is only one disgorgement date for the first release of Dom Perignon, and the 2000 was disgorged over a period of weeks in March and April, 2007, 2007. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2018.
1x75cl Dom Perignon Rose 1998 | 94 Wine Advocate
The 1998 Dom Perignon Rose is a striking, intensely perfumed wine redolent of sweet candied cherries and spices. This medium-bodied wine possesses gorgeous structure, and ideally another year or two of cellaring is warranted in order for the full range of aromas and flavors to emerge. The Dom Perignon Rose is 80% Chardonnay and 20% Pinot Noir, with most of the Pinot coming from the south-facing vineyards of Ay. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2020.Inc. VAT£1,572.40 -
(1x75cl) 1985Vinous (96)
A wine of real power and intensity, the 1985 Dom Pérignon Rosé is exceptionally beautiful tonight. The flavors are rich, layered and expansive. Hints of caramel and hazelnut add nuance to a core of expressive red berry fruit, but it is the wine’s textural generosity that is most impressive considering the 1985 is now thirty years old. The 1985 is not an eternal wine, but it has reached a glorious plateau of maturity. Wow!Inc. VAT£1,096.64 -
Vinous (96)
The 1996 Dom Pérignon Rosé was a knock out. It showed terrific clarity in its perfumed, sweet fruit, roses and spices, with notable balance and superb classiness.Inc. VAT£3,059.06 -
(3x75cl) 2000Vinous (96)
The 2000 Dom Pérignon Rosé is just starting to enter its first plateau of maturity. Sweet tobacco, mint, dried flowers, rose petal, game, licorice and tobacco add myriad shades of aromatic nuance. This is the first vintage in which former Chef de Caves Richard Geoffroy started bumping up the percentage of still Pinot in his quest to make a more vinous Rosé. Naturally, some of the sheer intensity the 2000 showed as a young wine has faded. More importantly, I find the 2000 in a transitional phase where it is settling into the next stage of its life. For that reason, I would prefer to cellar it for at least a few years.Inc. VAT£1,240.33 -
Jancis Robinson (20)
Magnum. Pungent and composed with massive energy. Lovely edge of freshness. Long and nuanced. So clean and pure. Long and lovely!Inc. VAT£1,213.93 -
Wine Spectator (96)
Finely detailed in texture, with an expressive flavor profile of strawberry pâte de fruit, biscotti, ground anise and ginger, matched to vivid acidity and a rich, minerally character. Broad and creamy on the palate, featuring a long, echoing finish.Inc. VAT£1,811.06 -
James Suckling (99)
A mind-blowing wine. This is super subtle and intense with aromas of peaches, light strawberry and cream. Also shows rose petal and cooked peaches. Medium to full body, with ultra-fine tannins that feel like fine silk. The finish goes on for mintutes. It floats across the palate. The winemaker says the closet vintage to this is the 1990, but I think this is better.Inc. VAT£755.53 -
James Suckling (99)
A mind-blowing wine. This is super subtle and intense with aromas of peaches, light strawberry and cream. Also shows rose petal and cooked peaches. Medium to full body, with ultra-fine tannins that feel like fine silk. The finish goes on for mintutes. It floats across the palate. The winemaker says the closet vintage to this is the 1990, but I think this is better.Inc. VAT£1,659.86 -
Decanter (98)
The Dom Perignon Rosé 2006 is simply amazing. Notes of raspberry, spices and mint jump from the glass in a seductive combination. The texture in the mouth is of precise, crystalline, laser-like tannins in an opulent style. A very great success in a vintage that was not always easy in Champagne.Inc. VAT£870.73 -
(6x75cl) 2006
Decanter (98)
The Dom Perignon Rosé 2006 is simply amazing. Notes of raspberry, spices and mint jump from the glass in a seductive combination. The texture in the mouth is of precise, crystalline, laser-like tannins in an opulent style. A very great success in a vintage that was not always easy in Champagne.Inc. VAT£2,082.26 -
(1x75cl) 2008James Suckling (99)
This shows incredible depth of fruit with strawberry, cherry and phenolics. Full-bodied and layered with an incredible, three-dimensional element to the wine. This is so transparent and dynamic with dark fruit, yet it remains vivid and bright. Refined and precise, it goes on and on. Really savory, fresh and incredibly pinot-noir-like. What a wine. 13 years of maturation in the bottle. So drinkable now, but it will age for many years ahead.Inc. VAT£404.00 -
James Suckling (99)
This shows incredible depth of fruit with strawberry, cherry and phenolics. Full-bodied and layered with an incredible, three-dimensional element to the wine. This is so transparent and dynamic with dark fruit, yet it remains vivid and bright. Refined and precise, it goes on and on. Really savory, fresh and incredibly pinot-noir-like. What a wine. 13 years of maturation in the bottle. So drinkable now, but it will age for many years ahead.Inc. VAT£964.33 -
James Suckling (99)
This shows incredible depth of fruit with strawberry, cherry and phenolics. Full-bodied and layered with an incredible, three-dimensional element to the wine. This is so transparent and dynamic with dark fruit, yet it remains vivid and bright. Refined and precise, it goes on and on. Really savory, fresh and incredibly pinot-noir-like. What a wine. 13 years of maturation in the bottle. So drinkable now, but it will age for many years ahead.Inc. VAT£2,054.66 -
(3x75cl) 2009Vinous - Antonio Galloni (98)
The 2009 Dom Pérignon Rosé is a sexy, racy wine that captures all the radiance of the year. Kirsch, blood orange, mint, spice and dried flowers unfurl in the glass. Soft, plush contours wrap it all together. Readers will find a Dom Pérignon Rosé endowed with tremendous textural depth and resonance. The 2009 is a total hedonistic turn-on. That's all there is to it.Inc. VAT£1,109.53 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (98)
The 2009 Dom Pérignon Rosé is a sexy, racy wine that captures all the radiance of the year. Kirsch, blood orange, mint, spice and dried flowers unfurl in the glass. Soft, plush contours wrap it all together. Readers will find a Dom Pérignon Rosé endowed with tremendous textural depth and resonance. The 2009 is a total hedonistic turn-on. That's all there is to it.Inc. VAT£1,739.06 -
Wine Advocate (96)
The 2000 Dom Perignon Rose is a flashy, ripe Champagne that screams Pinot to a degree I have never encountered in another vintage of this wine. A dark, intense color leads to a Chambolle-like nose followed by endless red berries, flowers and spices, all backed up with plenty of muscle, richness and density. The wine continues to blossom on the palate, with utterly beguiling detail, clarity and polish, all qualities that resonate on the rich, expansive finish. The 2000 Dom Perignon Rose is 45% Chardonnay and 55% Pinot Noir, of which 25% is still Pinot. Geoffroy says his goal was to make a statement with the 2000 Dom Perignon Rose; he has done that?and so much more. In fact, the 2000 seems to signal a stylistic shift towards a more important, serious style of rose. This superb wine is not to be missed, but readers should note this is no easygoing rose, rather it is a Champagne that demands serious attention. The 2000 will test the limits of what readers expect from a Dom Perignon Rose, but the wine is simply marvelous. I loved it. This bottle was disgorged in 2008. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2025.Inc. VAT£1,054.33 -
(3x75cl) 2003Inc. VAT£1,714.33
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Falstaff (98)
Medium golden yellow, silver reflections, fine, persistent mousse. Dark minerality, initially limes, a hint of bitter oranges, fine roasted aromas, nuances of coffee, ripe figs, some blossom honey, incredibly multi-faceted bouquet that develops well with air. Complex, finely-meshed, firm texture, good fruit expression, a hint of cherries and liquorice, has great vertical depth, delicate aftertaste of blackberries and liquorice, lemony touch, great length, completely convincing. Please use a large Burgundy glass to explore all the nuances.In Bond£317.00 -
(1x75cl) 2006
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (98)
The 2006 Dom Pérignon P2 is a Champagne of power and substance. All the solar intensity of the year comes through. Apricot, baked apple tart, white flowers, spice, marzipan and tangerine peel stain the palate. The 2006 possesses tremendous punch, while also showing the first signs of aromatic development consistent with a 20-year-old Champagne.In Bond£330.00 -
(3x75cl) 2006
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (98)
The 2006 Dom Pérignon P2 is a Champagne of power and substance. All the solar intensity of the year comes through. Apricot, baked apple tart, white flowers, spice, marzipan and tangerine peel stain the palate. The 2006 possesses tremendous punch, while also showing the first signs of aromatic development consistent with a 20-year-old Champagne.In Bond£1,031.00 -
(6x75cl) 2006
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (98)
The 2006 Dom Pérignon P2 is a Champagne of power and substance. All the solar intensity of the year comes through. Apricot, baked apple tart, white flowers, spice, marzipan and tangerine peel stain the palate. The 2006 possesses tremendous punch, while also showing the first signs of aromatic development consistent with a 20-year-old Champagne.In Bond£1,700.00 -
(1x75cl) 1995
Vinous (96)
A totally breathtaking wine, the 1995 Dom Pérignon Rosé P2 is a fitting conclusion to this tasting. Crushed flowers, sweet tobacco, cedar and dried cherry give the 1995 fabulous aromatic complexity and nuance. Deceptive in its ethereal feel, the 1995 has lovely palate presence and tons of class. It is both mature and timeless, in the way only Champagne can be.In Bond£1,056.00 -
Vinous (98)
Dom Pérignon’s 1996 Rosé P2 is rich, vertical and explosive, with that combination of structure and inner perfume that makes it so alluring and so flat-out delicious.In Bond£1,117.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (97)
The 2000 Dom Pérignon Rosé P2 is even better than the last time I tasted it. This is an espeically fine bottle. Rich, plush and enveloping, the 2000 is a magnificent Rosé from the Richard Geoffroy era. Kirsch, blood orange, spice and rose petal race across the palate. I especially admire the wine's breadth and vinous intensity, signatures of the house style at the time. Magnificent.In Bond£1,045.00 -
From the revered Champagne region of France, Dom Perignon P2 Triology 1998,1999,2000 NV serves as a testament to the venerated winemaking skills of the eponymous Benedictine monk. Crafted in the esteemed cellars of Moët & Chandon, it endows a sublime exploration of three vintages, elegantly curated in a single trilogy production. Each bottle undergoes a precise méthode traditionelle, enriched by an extended lees-aging period, thereby intensifying its the wine's depth and complexity. Delicate effervescence unveils waves of elegant minerality, intertwined with notes of almond and ripe yellow fruits. Endowed with a vibrant yet graceful persona, the Dom Perignon P2 Triology 1998,1999,2000 seamlessly marries youthful vivacity with the unmistakable hints of a prolonged evolution. A rare piece of artistry in a trilogy format, preserving the luminosity inherent within each unique vintage, thus fulfilling the brand's acclaimed commitment to delivering vintage-only champagne.
In Bond£1,615.00 -
Falstaff (98)
Medium golden yellow, silver reflections, fine, persistent mousse. Dark minerality, initially limes, a hint of bitter oranges, fine roasted aromas, nuances of coffee, ripe figs, some blossom honey, incredibly multi-faceted bouquet that develops well with air. Complex, finely-meshed, firm texture, good fruit expression, a hint of cherries and liquorice, has great vertical depth, delicate aftertaste of blackberries and liquorice, lemony touch, great length, completely convincing. Please use a large Burgundy glass to explore all the nuances.In Bond£892.00 -
(6x75cl) 2004
Falstaff (98)
Medium golden yellow, silver reflections, fine, persistent mousse. Dark minerality, initially limes, a hint of bitter oranges, fine roasted aromas, nuances of coffee, ripe figs, some blossom honey, incredibly multi-faceted bouquet that develops well with air. Complex, finely-meshed, firm texture, good fruit expression, a hint of cherries and liquorice, has great vertical depth, delicate aftertaste of blackberries and liquorice, lemony touch, great length, completely convincing. Please use a large Burgundy glass to explore all the nuances.In Bond£1,820.00 -
(1x75cl) 1969
Vinous (97)
A deeper, richer expression of the vintage vis-à-vis the Œno comes through in the 1969 Dom Pérignon P3. There is a good bit of aromatic brightness and plenty of freshness as well, but the P3 is distinguished by its textural breath, volume and pure power. The richness of the fruit makes the bubbles barely perceptible in this exquisite Champagne. I prefer the greater precision of the Œno, but both of the late releases are sublime.In Bond£10,586.00 -
(1x75cl) 1992In Bond£2,410.00
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(1x150cl) 1988
Introducing the mighty Dom Perignon P3 Rose 1988, a testament to superb winemaking concentrated in an exquisite bottle. As the brainchild of Champagne's prestigious producer, Moët & Chandon, this exalted wine originates from the lush vineyards of Épernay, France. Crafted from the exceptional 1988 harvest, a select blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes lend unique depth and allure to this coveted vintage. With three decades of maturation, the P3 Rose showcases Dom Perignon's exceptional P3 Plénitude concept, illustrating illustrious second and third peak maturity stages. The Dom Perignon P3 Rose 1988 exhibits a vibrant and complex profile, balancing delicate summer fruit accents with a robust, earthy finish. On the palate, expect a thrilling dance between freshness and depth, encapsulating seasoned wine connoisseurs. Concluding with an impressive length, the Dom Perignon P3 Rose 1988 eloquently articulates the pinnacle of luxury and craftsmanship in the world of wine, positioning it as a must-have in any reputable cellar.
In Bond£6,812.00 -
(3x75cl) NV
This case contains:
1x75cl Dom Perignon Oenotheque 1995 | 96 Wine Advocate
Drinking Window: 2006-2028
The 1995 Dom Perignon Oenotheque is the second release of this wine, and was disgorged in 2005. This silky-textured Champagne reveals breathtaking finesse, elegance and clarity in its perfumed bouquet, with delicate notes of pears and roasted nuts that add further complexity. The finish goes on and on. This mind-bending Champagne possesses all of the qualities of profoundness, most importantly the ability to develop beautifully in the glass and the potential to acquire even more depth in bottle over the coming years. It is a stunner. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2028.
1x75cl Dom Perignon 2000 | 94 Wine Advocate
Drinking window: 2008-2034
The 2000 Brut Dom Perignon is a gorgeous, seductive wine that floats on the palate with remarkable grace. Toasty aromas meld into freshly cut flowers, apricots and pears, with sweet notes of mint and licorice that linger on the long finish. This perfumed, inviting Dom Perignon is elegance personified, and in this vintage the wine fully merits its lofty reputation. According to winemaker Vincent Chaperone there is only one disgorgement date for the first release of Dom Perignon, and the 2000 was disgorged over a period of weeks in March and April, 2007, 2007. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2018.
1x75cl Dom Perignon Rose 1998 | 94 Wine Advocate
The 1998 Dom Perignon Rose is a striking, intensely perfumed wine redolent of sweet candied cherries and spices. This medium-bodied wine possesses gorgeous structure, and ideally another year or two of cellaring is warranted in order for the full range of aromas and flavors to emerge. The Dom Perignon Rose is 80% Chardonnay and 20% Pinot Noir, with most of the Pinot coming from the south-facing vineyards of Ay. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2020.In Bond£1,300.00 -
(1x75cl) 1985
Vinous (96)
A wine of real power and intensity, the 1985 Dom Pérignon Rosé is exceptionally beautiful tonight. The flavors are rich, layered and expansive. Hints of caramel and hazelnut add nuance to a core of expressive red berry fruit, but it is the wine’s textural generosity that is most impressive considering the 1985 is now thirty years old. The 1985 is not an eternal wine, but it has reached a glorious plateau of maturity. Wow!In Bond£911.00 -
Vinous (96)
The 1996 Dom Pérignon Rosé was a knock out. It showed terrific clarity in its perfumed, sweet fruit, roses and spices, with notable balance and superb classiness.In Bond£2,532.00 -
(3x75cl) 2000
Vinous (96)
The 2000 Dom Pérignon Rosé is just starting to enter its first plateau of maturity. Sweet tobacco, mint, dried flowers, rose petal, game, licorice and tobacco add myriad shades of aromatic nuance. This is the first vintage in which former Chef de Caves Richard Geoffroy started bumping up the percentage of still Pinot in his quest to make a more vinous Rosé. Naturally, some of the sheer intensity the 2000 showed as a young wine has faded. More importantly, I find the 2000 in a transitional phase where it is settling into the next stage of its life. For that reason, I would prefer to cellar it for at least a few years.In Bond£1,025.00 -
Jancis Robinson (20)
Magnum. Pungent and composed with massive energy. Lovely edge of freshness. Long and nuanced. So clean and pure. Long and lovely!In Bond£1,003.00 -
Wine Spectator (96)
Finely detailed in texture, with an expressive flavor profile of strawberry pâte de fruit, biscotti, ground anise and ginger, matched to vivid acidity and a rich, minerally character. Broad and creamy on the palate, featuring a long, echoing finish.In Bond£1,492.00 -
James Suckling (99)
A mind-blowing wine. This is super subtle and intense with aromas of peaches, light strawberry and cream. Also shows rose petal and cooked peaches. Medium to full body, with ultra-fine tannins that feel like fine silk. The finish goes on for mintutes. It floats across the palate. The winemaker says the closet vintage to this is the 1990, but I think this is better.In Bond£621.00 -
James Suckling (99)
A mind-blowing wine. This is super subtle and intense with aromas of peaches, light strawberry and cream. Also shows rose petal and cooked peaches. Medium to full body, with ultra-fine tannins that feel like fine silk. The finish goes on for mintutes. It floats across the palate. The winemaker says the closet vintage to this is the 1990, but I think this is better.In Bond£1,366.00 -
Decanter (98)
The Dom Perignon Rosé 2006 is simply amazing. Notes of raspberry, spices and mint jump from the glass in a seductive combination. The texture in the mouth is of precise, crystalline, laser-like tannins in an opulent style. A very great success in a vintage that was not always easy in Champagne.In Bond£717.00 -
(6x75cl) 2006
Decanter (98)
The Dom Perignon Rosé 2006 is simply amazing. Notes of raspberry, spices and mint jump from the glass in a seductive combination. The texture in the mouth is of precise, crystalline, laser-like tannins in an opulent style. A very great success in a vintage that was not always easy in Champagne.In Bond£1,718.00 -
(1x75cl) 2008
James Suckling (99)
This shows incredible depth of fruit with strawberry, cherry and phenolics. Full-bodied and layered with an incredible, three-dimensional element to the wine. This is so transparent and dynamic with dark fruit, yet it remains vivid and bright. Refined and precise, it goes on and on. Really savory, fresh and incredibly pinot-noir-like. What a wine. 13 years of maturation in the bottle. So drinkable now, but it will age for many years ahead.In Bond£334.00 -
James Suckling (99)
This shows incredible depth of fruit with strawberry, cherry and phenolics. Full-bodied and layered with an incredible, three-dimensional element to the wine. This is so transparent and dynamic with dark fruit, yet it remains vivid and bright. Refined and precise, it goes on and on. Really savory, fresh and incredibly pinot-noir-like. What a wine. 13 years of maturation in the bottle. So drinkable now, but it will age for many years ahead.In Bond£795.00 -
James Suckling (99)
This shows incredible depth of fruit with strawberry, cherry and phenolics. Full-bodied and layered with an incredible, three-dimensional element to the wine. This is so transparent and dynamic with dark fruit, yet it remains vivid and bright. Refined and precise, it goes on and on. Really savory, fresh and incredibly pinot-noir-like. What a wine. 13 years of maturation in the bottle. So drinkable now, but it will age for many years ahead.In Bond£1,695.00 -
(3x75cl) 2009
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (98)
The 2009 Dom Pérignon Rosé is a sexy, racy wine that captures all the radiance of the year. Kirsch, blood orange, mint, spice and dried flowers unfurl in the glass. Soft, plush contours wrap it all together. Readers will find a Dom Pérignon Rosé endowed with tremendous textural depth and resonance. The 2009 is a total hedonistic turn-on. That's all there is to it.In Bond£916.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (98)
The 2009 Dom Pérignon Rosé is a sexy, racy wine that captures all the radiance of the year. Kirsch, blood orange, mint, spice and dried flowers unfurl in the glass. Soft, plush contours wrap it all together. Readers will find a Dom Pérignon Rosé endowed with tremendous textural depth and resonance. The 2009 is a total hedonistic turn-on. That's all there is to it.In Bond£1,432.00 -
Wine Advocate (96)
The 2000 Dom Perignon Rose is a flashy, ripe Champagne that screams Pinot to a degree I have never encountered in another vintage of this wine. A dark, intense color leads to a Chambolle-like nose followed by endless red berries, flowers and spices, all backed up with plenty of muscle, richness and density. The wine continues to blossom on the palate, with utterly beguiling detail, clarity and polish, all qualities that resonate on the rich, expansive finish. The 2000 Dom Perignon Rose is 45% Chardonnay and 55% Pinot Noir, of which 25% is still Pinot. Geoffroy says his goal was to make a statement with the 2000 Dom Perignon Rose; he has done that?and so much more. In fact, the 2000 seems to signal a stylistic shift towards a more important, serious style of rose. This superb wine is not to be missed, but readers should note this is no easygoing rose, rather it is a Champagne that demands serious attention. The 2000 will test the limits of what readers expect from a Dom Perignon Rose, but the wine is simply marvelous. I loved it. This bottle was disgorged in 2008. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2025.In Bond£870.00 -
(3x75cl) 2003In Bond£1,420.00
