Dom Pérignon 2010

Dom Pérignon 2010"Krug is the king of champagne, Dom Perignon is the Queen." James Halliday Dom Prignon is named after a 17th century Benedictine monk who was Cellar Master at the Abbey of Hautvillers, near the town of pernay. It is the top Champagne (prestige cuve or tte de cuve) produced by Mot & Chandon and was first released in 1937 with the 1921 vintage. Although owned by Mot & Chandon, Dom Prignon is now considered a separate Champagne house. It is a vintage

It has real weight and deliciously silken texture

There is much said about Cabernets from other regions

more gentle tannins and more floral aromatics (especially from the Brunate MGA)

an aromatic bouquet with cherry and plum fruits coupled with spicy nuances

Fine aromas of ripe cassis

The Cullen vineyard has been certified both Organic and Biodynamic since 2004

The palate has a lot of fresh acidity

All four are lovely

Western Australia (Fermoy Estate) and South Australia (St Hugo) as well as the Fallen Giants

The tannins strike the gentlest of grainy textures through fine pastry-like layers of fruit

Top 500 Wines 2005-2006 – 94 points

As indeed are long lines of cleansing/mouthwatering acidity