At a glance

Producer

Moët & Chandon - Dom Pérignon

Region

Champagne, France

Grape variety

Champagne Blend (Pinot Noir, Chardonnay)

Wine type

Sparkling

Body

Light-bodied and Crisp

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$250-350 USD per 750ml

Tasting profile

Fresh citrus, green apple, white flowers, delicate brioche, mineral precision, with mousse showing finesse.

Evolution: Will develop richer autolytic aromas (brioche, nuts) and deeper complexity with extended cellaring.

At peak: Profound complexity, harmonious texture, layers of honey, hazelnut, toast interwoven with preserved citrus and minerality.

Structure

Acidity

High, crisp and vibrant

Tannins

Very low (typical for Champagne)

Alcohol

12.5% ABV (typical for Champagne)

Aging potential

25-30 years under ideal cellaring conditions

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2029 to 2055

Optimal window

2026 to 2058

Current status

Ready to drink

Current condition

Youthful, vibrant, displaying primary fruit with tight mousse and notable tension.

Dom Pérignon 2018 is crafted for long aging; acidity and sugar structure provide balance and drive, with tertiary development expected 8-10 years post-release, peaking at 10-20 years for optimal complexity.

Food pairing

Classic pairings: oysters, caviar, lobster, sashimi, fine poultry, white truffles, aged cheeses (Comté, Parmesan).

Serving

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Moët Hennessy (Dom Pérignon) implements sustainable vineyard management: reduced pesticide usage, cover cropping, biodiversity programs, transition toward zero herbicides, energy and water saving initiatives at the winery, and lightweight recyclable packaging.

Dom Pérignon's environmental policies are advanced for a major Champagne house, with significant reductions in herbicide/pesticide use, HVE Level 3 certification, reduced packaging weight, and renewable energy adoption in winery operations. However, it does not hold full organic or biodynamic certification; large-scale export contributes to its carbon footprint. Ongoing efforts are visible but not best-in-class (hence score 7), reflecting leadership in sustainable practices for volume Champagne, but room for further improvement compared to smaller, fully certified producers.