Dom Perignon
Champagne Vintage Brut Millesime 2017
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 55% Chardonnay, 45% Pinot Nero |
| Aging | Bottle ageing on the lees for at least 72 months in cellars protected from light, following primary fermentation in steel tanks and secondary fermentation in the bottle. |
- Prestige Cuvée 2017: Vintage Brut sparkling wine made from a careful selection of grapes
- Grand Cru Blend: Composed of 55–61% Chardonnay and 39–45% Pinot Noir grown on chalky soils
- Traditional method: Double fermentation with secondary fermentation in the bottle and Brut dosage
- Aged on the lees: At least 72 months in the absence of light, with fine perlage and creamy texture
- Aromatic profile: Notes of citrus and apricot, hints of brioche and hazelnut, with a saline and mineral finish
Description
What kind of wine it is
Dom Pérignon is a Champagne Brut of extraordinary finesse. It is created from a blend that combines Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, sourced from carefully selected parcels. Vinified according to the Traditional Method, it reveals a fine perlage and a creamy texture in the glass. The bouquet releases elegant notes of citrus, apricot, brioche and toasted hazelnut. On the palate, it stands out for its pronounced gustatory tension that leads to a long saline finish, ideal for accompanying shellfish and refined poultry dishes.
Where it comes from
The grapes selected for this Champagne grow near the historic Abbey of Hautvillers. The bunches come from the finest Grand Cru vineyards, situated on distinctly chalky soils. This composition gives the wine vibrant energy and profound minerality, making each sip crisp and lively. The exceptional vocation of these soils ensures a balanced structure and a progressive aromatic development, faithfully expressing the terroir of origin.
How it is produced
Production begins with manual harvesting and gentle pressing of the grapes. After fermentation in stainless steel, the base wines are combined in a meticulous blend to harmonise the different grape varieties. The prise de mousse takes place in the bottle following the principles of the Champenoise Method, followed by a long maturation on the lees, carried out away from light for at least seventy-two months. The process concludes with disgorgement and Brut dosage, fundamental steps in defining the tactile smoothness and final persistence.
History and Curiosities
This historic Champagne embodies the legacy of the monk Pierre Pérignon, a seventeenth-century pioneer of the art of sparkling wine at the Abbey of Hautvillers. Produced exclusively in the finest vintages, this prestige cuvée overcame the climatic challenges of 2017 thanks to a most rigorous selection of Grand Cru grapes. The Maison's expertise is expressed through meticulous vinification, enhanced by ageing for at least 72 months on the lees in the darkness of the cellars, revealing a masterpiece of balance, elegance and vibrant mineral persistence.
Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
08 - 10 °C
Longevity:
15 - 25 years
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| Name | Dom Perignon Champagne Vintage Brut Millesime 2017 |
|---|---|
| Type | White classic method sparkling wine brut |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 55% Chardonnay, 45% Pinot Nero |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Dom Perignon |
| Story | History and Curiosities This historic Champagne embodies the legacy of the monk Pierre Pérignon, a seventeenth-century pioneer of the art of sparkling wine at the Abbey of Hautvillers. Produced exclusively in the finest vintages, this prestige cuvée overcame the climatic challenges of 2017 thanks to a most rigorous selection of Grand Cru grapes. The Maison's expertise is expressed through meticulous vinification, enhanced by ageing for at least 72 months on the lees in the darkness of the cellars, revealing a masterpiece of balance, elegance and vibrant mineral persistence. |
| Origin | Champagne-Ardenne Region, France |
| Soil composition | Calcareous soils |
| Fermentation | At least 72 months on the lees |
| Production technique | Champenoise method (traditional method) with double fermentation |
| Wine making | Champenoise method (traditional method) with double fermentation: manual harvesting, gentle pressing with separation of the must from the skins, first fermentation in stainless steel tanks, blending, induced refermentation in the bottle (prise de mousse), ageing on the lees in the bottle for at least 72 months in cellars protected from light, then disgorgement and brut dosage (secret blend). |
| Aging | Bottle ageing on the lees for at least 72 months in cellars protected from light, following primary fermentation in steel tanks and secondary fermentation in the bottle. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |