1996 Dom Perignon (Original Box)

“Time, Perfected”

Remarkably alive and still commanding attention, the 1996 Dom Pérignon opens with aromas of toasted brioche, roasted hazelnut and almond, layered with preserved lemon, dried apple and subtle smoke. The palate is powerful yet precise, driven by the legendary acidity of the vintage, carrying flavours of citrus oil, honeyed stone fruit, and savoury umami notes that only long ageing can deliver. There is depth and energy in equal measure, with a finish that is long, resonant and quietly breathtaking, proof that great Champagne does not fade, it evolves.

For when: the moment truly matters, and shortcuts are not an option.
Pairs with: lobster, turbot, aged Comté, or simply a silent pause before the first sip.
If this wine were… a perfectly kept timepiece, complex, disciplined, and still ahead of its peers.

Dom Pérignon is the prestige cuvée of Moët & Chandon, produced only in declared vintages and guided by a singular philosophy of harmony, balance and age-worthiness. The 1996 vintage is one of Champagne’s most celebrated, marked by a rare combination of full physiological ripeness and exceptionally high acidity, conditions that laid the foundations for extraordinary longevity. Crafted under then chef de cave Richard Geoffroy, this Dom Pérignon has become a benchmark for mature Champagne, illustrating the house’s belief that true greatness is revealed not at release, but with time.