Classification | Cru Classe |
Type | Sparkling |
Brand | Moet Chandon |
Vintage | 1998 |
Country | France |
Region | Champagne |
Grape | Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, Chardonnay |
Volume | 0,75 |
Condition | In single OC |
Label | Perfect |
Stock | 0 |
The 1998 Dom Perignon comes across as somewhat two–dimensional and lacking the sheer cut of the 2000. There is plenty of ripeness in the fruit, but not quite the definition and verve of the finest vintages. This looks to be a relatively early-drinking Dom Perignon. Geoffroy adds that the estate may have waited a bit too long to pick certain parcels in 1998.
Exuding honey, vanilla and light coffee notes, this creamy Champagne straddles youth and maturity. Well-balanced, fine and vibrant. The coffee and vanilla notes will develop with age.