Tasting Notes
Vinous 96
One of the real surprises in this tasting, the 2006 Dom Perignon comes across as very tightly wound and intense, which is probably a very good thing for its potential longevity. The sensation of tannins is quite present today. Ripe and intense but also held in check by its tannic heft, the 2006 is in no mood to show all of its cards. Stylistically, the 2006 is similar to the 2003 in its phenolic intensity, but more finessed. Readers should be in no rush with the 2006, a Champagne that has closed down quite a bit since it was first released.
Anticipated maturity: 2026-2056
Robert Parker 96
The 2006 Dom Perignon comes from a very rich vintage with an early ripeness that brought a lot of aromatic maturity. The white-golden prestige cuvee contains a bit more Chardonnay than Pinot Noir and opens with a deep and seductive, pretty accessible nose with intense yet fresh fruit aromas of pineapples, with peaches and tangerines. Lively and elegant on the palate, this is a full-bodied, unusually aromatic and fruity DP with a long and tension-filled expression.
Anticipated maturity: 2016-2041
JancisRobinson.com 17.5+
Richard Geoffroy admits he released this a bit too early. Light and gingery nose. Delicate and marked acidity. Set for the long term. Just middle-aged at present. Good acidity.
Anticipated maturity: 2016-2030
