1973 Moët et Chandon 'Cuvée Dom Pérignon' Brut

ETA December 2024

Dom Pérignon is a celebrated Champagne brand owned by Moët & Chandon. Its origins can be traced back to the Abbey of Saint Pierre d'Hautvillers in northern France – the so-called birthplace of Champagne.The 17th-Century Benedictine monk Dom Pierre Pérignon is credited with its invention after taking up the position as the abbey's cellarer and procurator in 1668. Pierre Pérignon spent the remaining 47 years of his life striving to create the "best wine in the world", with his wine even gracing the tables of the court of King Louis XIV, the Sun King.To this day the Abbey of Saint Pierre d'Hautvillers houses the "Le Traité de la culture des vignes de Champagne", or the "Treatise on the culture of the vines of Champagne", a manuscript that was penned by Dom Pierre – Pérignon's pupil and successor.

"Aromas of dry leaves with a hint of toast and brioche and nuances of well-ripened mirabelle plums. Full body and vivaciousness in a highly original balance. The finesse is sustained by a fine, vibrant, well-structured nerviness. The flavour dances on the palate and finishes on a slightly lemony note, (From the website)".