Dom Pérignon

Champagne Dom Pérignon is perhaps the most famous Champagne in the world. It is appreciated by all enthusiasts and is a true symbol of elegance and originality. It was born from the happy intuition of Robert-Jean de Vogüé who in 1936 decided to vinify the old vintages of the Moët & Chandon house reserve wines.

It all began in 1668 with the arrival of Abbot Pierre Pérignon at the Abbey of Saint-Pierre d'Hautvillers. His dream was to produce a very high quality wine, a true French icon. The abbot decided to improve the cultivation techniques of the vines and to modify the production methods. The result was the birth of a completely different wine from all the others: Champagne.

The Champagne created by the abbot reached the French court in Versailles and in the 17th and 18th centuries it became one of the most popular wines of the time.

In 1829 the remains of the Abbey were taken over by the partners Pierre-Gabriel Chandon and Jean-Rémy Moët. The two partners decided to preserve this magical place and to restart the production activity. In 1936, with Robert-Jean de Vogüé, president of Moët, the cuvée de prestige 1921 was born: the first Dom Pérignon.

With the presence of Richard Geoffroy, the Maison's production philosophy will further change, once again focused on the constant overcoming of very high levels of exclusivity, rarity and excellence.

Today the Chef de cave of the Maison is Vincent Chaperon. With each new vintage, its mission is to convey harmony and uniqueness.

The uniqueness of Dom Pérignon is given by the use of the best Pinot Noir (in small percentage) and Chardonnay grapes and by the exclusion of Pinot Meunier. All Dom Pérignon Champagnes are vintage, i.e. made from grapes from the same vintage.

To produce Champagne , the Champenoise method is followed, which involves two fermentations. We proceed by vinifying the Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes separately, thus obtaining the two base wines. The two base wines are then blended in different percentages based on the vintage. The wine thus obtained is fermented a second time in the bottle, where the second fermentation takes place.

The quality of Dom Pérignon depends on various factors such as: the long aging on the lees, the very high quality of the grapes, acidity and aromatic complexity. All these elements guarantee long-lasting wines of extreme finesse.

There are different versions of Champagne Dom Pérignon, such as the Vintage, the Plénitude Deuxième and the Rosé.

Also on Vino.com you will find the Vintage 2012. You will be able to surprise yourself with the Plénitude Deuxième Vintage 2003, a creamy and daring wine, perfect for an elegant dinner. Also don't forget the Rosé AOC Vintage 2006, a masterful champagne, outlined by the power of Pinot Noir.

Why is Dom Pérignon expensive?

The price of Dom Pérignon is high due to numerous factors linked both to the production of this fine French sparkling wine and to the celebrity of the brand.

The production of Dom Pérignon is of the highest quality. The main factors that influence its quality are: the position of the vineyards and the care taken in the cultivation of the grapes. Furthermore, the production process and the long aging on the lees are no less important.

Why is it called Dom Pérignon?

The origin of the name is linked to the Benedictine abbot Dom Pierre Pérignon, who in 1668 became cellarer of the abbey of Saint-Pierre d'Hautvillers. The abbot had the brilliant intuition of making wine from Champagne for the first time, he understood the importance of taking care of the vineyards and controlling production. "Dom" was in fact the title reserved for Benedictine monks and in general for ecclesiastics.

How old is a Dom Pérignon?

A Champagne Dom Pérignon is a wine with great longevity. Imagine that there is a Dom Pérignon Vintage 1921, the first Millesimato to consecrate the name and the fame of the subsequent editions.

The birth of this prestige cuvée dates back to 1936. To produce the first Dom Pérignon, the 1921 reserve wines of the Moët house were assembled. Observing the constant quality of the Maison over the years, we can state that a Dom Pérignon produced in an excellent vintage can maintain its quality for decades. Specifically, the potential aging of a Dom Pérignon is at least 30 years.

Why buy Dom Pérignon online?

By purchasing Dom Pérignon online on Vino.com you will be able to compare different vintages and choose the bottle that best corresponds to your needs, thanks to the detailed descriptions. Identify the perfect occasion and choose the most suitable Vintage. Any occasion can be perfect to uncork the king of Champagnes.