By: AJ McClellan
Dom has managed to find a special place in the hearts of our members here at Graileys. While young the wine tends to be a little astringent and awkward but after some time in the bottle this wine flourishes showing beautiful honeyed notes and exceptional depth.
Last week a member decided to put together a small vertical of some of the more spectacular vintages of Dom in the 80’s…
1982 Dom Perignon – Still one of my favorites, the 82 is simply gorgeous right now! Notes of honey, wildflower, quince, cooked yellow pear, and crushed limestone fill the glass on the nose. The palate is no less titillating showing great acidity and unbelievable complexities.
1985 Don Perignon – The 85 is a little more linear than the 82 but I think that with some more time in the bottle it will round out and be absolutely wonderful. The notes of honey and caramel are still there but not quite as well integrated. The palate is still young and tight but shows great promise!
1988 Dom Perignon – The 88 was great but not showing as well as the other Dom’s… This wine still needs some time in the bottle. Notes of pear, lime, lemon, and some baking spice.
1990 Dom Perignon – I was very impressed by the 90, it was the youngest wine of the group but it was very open and showing beautifully. I think that in time this might be the best of the bunch! Wow…
1982 Dom Perignon Rose – The rose was a real treat! Bold as brass with huge dried strawberry, honey drizzled raspberries, and a toasted broche that was just stunning. It is hard to beat aged Dom Rose…