98 points “What a magnificent bouquet for this Dom Pérignon 2012! Pastry a hint of smoke and autolytic notes provide a compelling counterpart to eager yet elegant aromas of citrus (lime tangerine and kumquat) joined by those of fresh fruit herbs liquorice and menthol. There is even a refreshing note of ivy. The palate is tense vibrant and very fresh despite its impressive density which meets its match with an unending finish. This 2012 incarnates the very essence of Dom Pérignon with such a concentrated degree of intensity along with a capacity for ageing that it is surely destined for a second life in a P2 edition.” – Decanter
97 points “The 2012 Dom Pérignon is a dense powerful wine. I am almost shocked by its vinous intensity and raw unbridled power. The 2012 reminds me of the 2003 but with more finesse and not quite as pushed. Mildew rain and frost were challenges and resulted in low yields something that was further compounded by warm dry weather that concentrated the fruit even more. Those qualities result in a dense Dom Pérignon endowed with real phenolic intensity. It is one of the most reticent young Doms I can remember tasting I wouldn’t even think of opening a bottle for at least a few years.” – Vinous
97 points “Wonderful elegance and balance to this Dom Pérignon with cooked apple lemon and hints of white pepper and salt. It’s medium-bodied with really fine bubbles and balance. Spicy at the end. So wonderfully fresh linear and long. Racy and elegant. A DP that invites to drink right now. All about finesse. Tension too with precise phenolics and bright acidity on the back palate. Subtle energy. Drinkable now but will develop beautifully in the bottle.” – James Suckling
96+ points “The 2012 Dom Pérignon has turned out very well indeed unwinding in the glass with notes of Anjou pear smoke toasted nuts freshly baked bread and crisp stone fruit. Medium to full-bodied deep and concentrated it's still tightly wound its incipiently fleshy core of fruit framed by racy acids and chalky grip complemented by a classy pinpoint mousse. A touch drier and a touch less reductive than the 2008 out of the gates these two vintages are clearly destined to be compared for some time to come; but at this early stage my instinct is that the 2012 will have the edge in the long term.” – Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate
Dom Pérignon has the amazing ability to be able to create exquisite Champagne even in challenging years. Despite being quite stressful and complicated in the vineyards 2012 has been described by respected wine critic Jancis Robinson as “an exceptional vintage in Champagne”. So as you’d expect Dom Pérignon crafted a highly anticipated masterpiece. Expect extra depth smoke density and immense power from this exquisite vintage.
Named after the 17th century Benedictine monk credited as the person who “invented” Champagne Dom Pérignon is one of the world’s most coveted maison in Champagne. Representing a blend composed of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir only the very best grapes are used to create Dom Pérignon with the production process employed both lengthy and meticulous in its attention to detail.
SKU No.: 3707225
Style No.: 879449
Region: Champagne
Grapes: Chardonnay,Pinot Noir
Closure: Cork
Alcohol by volume (ABV): 12.5%
Volume: 750ml
Allergens: Sulphites
98 points “What a magnificent bouquet for this Dom Pérignon 2012! Pastry a hint of smoke and autolytic notes provide a compelling counterpart to eager yet elegant aromas of citrus (lime tangerine and kumquat) joined by those of fresh fruit herbs liquorice and menthol. There is even a refreshing note of ivy. The palate is tense vibrant and very fresh despite its impressive density which meets its match with an unending finish. This 2012 incarnates the very essence of Dom Pérignon with such a concentrated degree of intensity along with a capacity for ageing that it is surely destined for a second life in a P2 edition.” – Decanter
97 points “The 2012 Dom Pérignon is a dense powerful wine. I am almost shocked by its vinous intensity and raw unbridled power. The 2012 reminds me of the 2003 but with more finesse and not quite as pushed. Mildew rain and frost were challenges and resulted in low yields something that was further compounded by warm dry weather that concentrated the fruit even more. Those qualities result in a dense Dom Pérignon endowed with real phenolic intensity. It is one of the most reticent young Doms I can remember tasting I wouldn’t even think of opening a bottle for at least a few years.” – Vinous
97 points “Wonderful elegance and balance to this Dom Pérignon with cooked apple lemon and hints of white pepper and salt. It’s medium-bodied with really fine bubbles and balance. Spicy at the end. So wonderfully fresh linear and long. Racy and elegant. A DP that invites to drink right now. All about finesse. Tension too with precise phenolics and bright acidity on the back palate. Subtle energy. Drinkable now but will develop beautifully in the bottle.” – James Suckling
96+ points “The 2012 Dom Pérignon has turned out very well indeed unwinding in the glass with notes of Anjou pear smoke toasted nuts freshly baked bread and crisp stone fruit. Medium to full-bodied deep and concentrated it's still tightly wound its incipiently fleshy core of fruit framed by racy acids and chalky grip complemented by a classy pinpoint mousse. A touch drier and a touch less reductive than the 2008 out of the gates these two vintages are clearly destined to be compared for some time to come; but at this early stage my instinct is that the 2012 will have the edge in the long term.” – Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate
Dom Pérignon has the amazing ability to be able to create exquisite Champagne even in challenging years. Despite being quite stressful and complicated in the vineyards 2012 has been described by respected wine critic Jancis Robinson as “an exceptional vintage in Champagne”. So as you’d expect Dom Pérignon crafted a highly anticipated masterpiece. Expect extra depth smoke density and immense power from this exquisite vintage.
Named after the 17th century Benedictine monk credited as the person who “invented” Champagne Dom Pérignon is one of the world’s most coveted maison in Champagne. Representing a blend composed of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir only the very best grapes are used to create Dom Pérignon with the production process employed both lengthy and meticulous in its attention to detail.
SKU No.: 3707225
Style No.: 879449