Dom Pérignon Grand Brut 2013

Dom Pérignon is synonymous with vintage champagne. Each Vintage wine is meticulously crafted from the finest grapes harvested in a single exceptional year. It reinvents itself by capturing the unique essence of the seasons, refusing to release a Vintage unless the harvest meets its exacting standards. After a minimum of eight years of careful nurturing in the cellars, the wine emerges as the epitome of Dom Pérignon, embodying its ultimate promise. This is Dom Pérignon Vintage, the epitome of harmony and excellence.

The 2013 Vintage showcases a remarkable harmony between the pinot noirs and chardonnays, combining acidity with full-bodied richness. Its delicate aroma unfurls in a captivating spectrum of colors: the vibrant green of eucalyptus, mint, and vetiver; the warm yellow-orange of mirabelle plums, apricot, and orange blossom; the deep brown of pepper, cardamom, and licorice sticks; and, finally, the shimmering silver notes of saline and toasty nuances. The palate offers an elegant experience, characterized by opulent simplicity and precision. The initial sip envelops you in an ethereal embrace, and as it develops, a refined and silky foundation comes to the forefront. The finish is marked by a lingering salinity that imparts a profound sense of consistency.

In 2023, Tastingbook.com crowned Dom Pérignon Vintage 2013 as the #1 Champagne in the World, a testament to its unrivaled quality and distinction.

"The 2013 growing season was two weeks late all through, including picking starting as late as 30 September, and 90% of the crop was harvested in October, even later than in 2004 (1988 and 1996 were also late), even though summer was one of the hottest and driest in July and August. Vine leaves were very pale and falling to the ground. Vincent Chaperon was visited by a consultant from the south of France who was amazed by this." - Jancis Robinson