{"title":"Dom Pérignon | Hautvillers","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/DP_Hautvillers_Abbey_Banner.jpg?v=1774777710\" alt=\"The abbey at Hautvillers and home of Champagne Dom Pérignon\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDom Pérignon operates on a singular, uncompromising philosophy: it is only ever released as a vintage Champagne. While it shares historical roots with the wider \u003cstrong\u003eMoët \u0026amp; Chandon\u003c\/strong\u003e house, this prestige cuvée stands entirely alone. It is not bound by the consistency of a non-vintage blend; rather, each release is a distinct snapshot of a single year, crafted only when the harvest meets the exacting standards of the Chef de Cave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the spiritual heart of the brand remains the ancient Abbey of Hautvillers - where Dom Pierre Pérignon laid the foundations for modern Champagne - the wine itself is an intricate master-blend. It relies on a delicate, high-wire balance between Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The fruit is sourced strictly from the finest Grand Cru vineyards across the region (including Aÿ, Bouzy, Cramant, and Le Mesnil-sur-Oger), alongside the historic Premier Cru of Hautvillers. This duality is the signature of the house, seamlessly combining the broad, structured shoulders of Pinot Noir with the razor-sharp, chalky energy of Chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTime is the final, crucial ingredient in the cellar. A standard Dom Pérignon vintage spends roughly eight years maturing on its lees before release. This extended period of quiet evolution in the chalk cellars transforms the bright, primary fruit into something far more profound, weaving in signature notes of toasted brioche, iodine, and a distinct, smoky minerality. The resulting wine always walks a tightrope between reductive tension and incredible weight, arriving ready to drink but built with the structural foundation required for decades of further cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"dom-perignon-vintage-champagne","title":"Dom Pérignon 2017","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf there is one bottle that instantly signals a true celebration, it is this one. Dom Pérignon is arguably the most famous Champagne in the world, only ever made in the absolute best years. The 2017 vintage is a particularly special release. It was a notoriously demanding, extreme year in the vineyards, meaning overall production was incredibly limited. The fact that the winemakers managed to produce a Champagne of this caliber is a testament to their absolute mastery, making these surviving bottles a rare and highly sought-after prize. Pour a glass, and you will see an incredibly fine, persistent stream of bubbles. On the nose, it is wonderfully complex - expect bright, zesty lemon and crisp green apple, followed immediately by comforting, rich aromas of warm toasted brioche and a faint, elegant hint of woodsmoke. In the mouth, it is electric. It feels incredibly precise and sharply defined, balancing that rich, toasty character with a mouth-watering, citrusy freshness that just goes on and on. While it is the ultimate drink to toast a special occasion on its own, it is also a phenomenal food wine. Do not be afraid to pair it with something comforting - it is mind-blowingly good with a generous portion of high-quality fish and chips, a luxurious weekend breakfast of smoked salmon and scrambled eggs, or a beautifully roasted chicken. It is the definitive taste of luxury, without any of the pretense. [#intro]A breathtakingly rare, elegant vintage Champagne offering razor-sharp tension, toasted brioche \u0026amp; vibrant citrus energy...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dom Pérignon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58001593106813,"sku":"A17DOMPERIGNON","price":199.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/DP2017BT.jpg?v=1775154917"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/collections\/DP_Vintage_Label.jpg?v=1774779233","url":"https:\/\/hic.wine\/collections\/dom-perignon-hautvillers\/dom-perignon.oembed","provider":"Hic!","version":"1.0","type":"link"}