Category: | Sparkling Wines |
Sub-Category: | Champagne |
Producer: | Dom Perignon |
Label Name: | Rose Vintage (Gift Box) |
Vintage: | 2006 |
Country: | France |
Region: | Champagne |
Volume: | 750ml |
ABV: | 12.5% |
Grape(s): | Pinot Noir, Chardonnay |
Acidity: | 4 |
Sweetness: | 1 |
Body: | 4 |
Length: | 5 |
Aroma Intensity: | 5 |
Best Temperature: | 8-10°C |
Awards/Ratings
Wine Spectator 96; Robert Parker (WA) 95; James Suckling 95. (Critics praise its concentration, structure and aging potential)
Tasting Note
Aromas of red berries, candied orange, toasted brioche, cocoa and spice. Creamy, full-bodied palate with roasted fig, apricot, saline minerality and fine mousse; long, chalky, spiced finish.
Food Pairing
Western: lobster, smoked salmon, roast duck, prosciutto, mushroom or truffle risotto. Asian: sashimi/sushi, tempura, Peking duck, mildly spicy Thai or Vietnamese dishes.
Production Method
Méthode traditionnelle (Champenoise); vintage rosé blended from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay with ~20% still red wine; aged ~11–12 years on lees before disgorgement.
Vineyard Info
Dom Pérignon is the prestige vintage cuvée of Moët & Chandon, produced only in exceptional years from top Champagne crus; known for extended cellar ageing and luxury releases.