{"product_id":"dom-perignon-brut-2013","title":"Dom Perignon Brut 2015","description":"\u003ch4\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDom Pérignon Brut is a vintage Champagne from France, originating in the Champagne region. The wine is a blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes. The foundational philosophy of Dom Pérignon is an unwavering commitment to vintage Champagne, meaning it is only produced from the harvest of a single year. This creative constraint is used to bear witness to each year, capturing the unique essence of the harvest, and showcasing both the current expression and the potential for future development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWine Description\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine presents a luminous pale gold colour with a vibrant, finely detailed mousse. The aromatic profile is complex, initially unfolding with notes of guava and spicy green grapefruit zest, evolving into stone fruit aromas of white peaches and nectarines. Further aromatic layers include floral notes of lime blossom and jasmine, toasted notes of brioche and almond, and a botanical freshness with hints of orange and green papaya.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, it has a horizontal, broad, and straight structure, with a tension that extends the finish. It is medium to full-bodied, enveloping the palate with clear, clean flavours like lemon leaves, Mirabelle plums, and grapefruit pith. The blend is composed of 51% Pinot Noir and 49% Chardonnay. Stylistically, the wine displays an excellent balance of richness and tension, with a refined, structured, and linear style. It concludes with a long, sapid, and chalky finish, featuring a subtle saline quality and a gastronomic bitterness. The wine has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of $12.5\\%$. It is recommended for drinking now through 2035, with some critics suggesting it may age gracefully until 2045 or beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAccolades\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJames Suckling - 97 points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWine Spectator - 96 points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVinous - 96 points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDecanter - 96 points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWine Advocate - 95 points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine's distinctive character is well-expressed with choice seafood such as caviar, king crab, and langoustine. It also pairs perfectly with meats that have tangy notes, including pork, lamb, or duck. The complexity of the vintage is accentuated by exotic touches like kiwi and guava, or spices like green curry. Other suggested pairings include seared scallops with truffle foam, poached lobster with saffron \u003cem\u003ebeurre blanc\u003c\/em\u003e, or a delicate sushi platter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVintage Quality\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2015 growing year in Champagne was marked by exceptional contrasts. Following a particularly cold spring, a prolonged period of hot and dry weather lasted until late August, leading to concerns about water stress in the vines. Fortunately, the region's chalky soils had absorbed large quantities of water during the winter, which helped the vines cope. The harvest began in early September under brilliant sunshine, revealing grapes of exceptional generosity and balance despite the challenging vintage conditions. This successful result in a difficult, warm season is a dramatic credit to the winemaking team's meticulous selection and skill in adapting to the climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e","brand":"300040 - Charton-Hobbs Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48349697442004,"sku":"280461","price":299.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/7645\/6404\/files\/9598030-dom-perignon-2013.jpg?v=1784799285","url":"https:\/\/borderlinebottles.ca\/products\/dom-perignon-brut-2013","provider":"Borderline Bottles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}