2004 Champagne Dom Perignon Rosé

The 2004 Dom Pérignon Rosé is one of the most refined and layered rosé champagnes from this iconic house. This vintage combines ripeness with striking freshness and displays a style that is both powerful and extremely precise. The long aging on the lees gives the wine impressive depth, while retaining tension and purity. The result is a champagne that is beautifully ready to drink now, but still has further development.

Dom Pérignon Winery

Dom Pérignon is the prestige cuvée of Moët & Chandon and belongs to the absolute top of Champagne. The name refers to the Benedictine monk Dom Pierre Pérignon, who played an important role in the development of quality wine in the region in the 17th century. Dom Pérignon works exclusively with millésimé champagnes and produces only in years that meet the highest standards. The style is characterized by a balance between ripeness, freshness, and complexity, where long aging on the lees is essential for structure and refinement. More information about this winery can be found under the Winery tab.

The wine and composition

The Dom Pérignon Rosé 2004 is composed of approximately equal parts Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The Pinot Noir provides structure, depth, and the characteristic vinous character, while Chardonnay adds finesse and freshness. At Dom Pérignon, rosé is not viewed as a byproduct, but as a full-fledged expression of the house, with its own identity and a greater emphasis on power and texture.

Vintage 2004 and aging

The 2004 vintage is known in Champagne for its balance and classic style. The conditions during the growing season ensured healthy grapes with sufficient ripeness and retention of acidity. For Dom Pérignon, this resulted in a wine with bright fruit and precision. The rosé has aged on the lees for at least nine years, a crucial element of the style, during which the structure is softened and added complexity is created without loss of freshness.

Vinification and aging

The vinification is aimed at preserving purity and tension. The long sur lie aging plays a central role in this, ensuring a harmonious integration of structure and finesse. This prolonged aging results in a champagne that combines power and elegance, with a refined mousse and an exceptionally long finish.

Color, smell and taste

In the glass, the wine displays a striking coppery rosé color. The nose is refined and precise, with aromas of red fruit such as raspberry and cherry, supported by subtle spicy and slightly earthy notes that add extra depth.

On the palate, the combination of concentration and lightness is immediately striking. The wine has a deep structure with a distinct Pinot Noir signature, yet remains fresh and elegant. The texture is silky and layered, with an impressive balance between ripe fruit, tension, and refined minerality. The finish is long, pure, and extremely precise, with a sense of weightlessness characteristic of great Dom Pérignon Rosé.

Summary of professional reviews

The 2004 Dom Pérignon Rosé receives 96 points from Stephan Reinhardt (The Wine Advocate), who describes the wine as intense and refined at the same time, with a delicate expression of red fruit and remarkable purity. The long aging on the lees creates a powerful yet elegant structure, where the combination of freshness and depth takes center stage. According to Reinhardt, this cuvée is among the most fascinating of his tasting, with exceptional balance and precision.

Food and wine pairing

This champagne is versatile at the table and pairs well with refined dishes. Think of shellfish dishes, such as lobster or langoustine, but also poultry or veal with a light sauce. Its structure and depth also make it suitable for dishes with mushrooms or lightly aged cheeses.

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