Dom Pérignon Rosé Oenothèque 1990

This has really come together, showing mature aromas and flavors of citrus and berry confit, coffee and mineral. Big and robust, yet well-balanced and sophisticated, with a long, coffee-tinged finish. Absolutely delicious. Drink now through 2015.

The 1990 is the first Dom Perignon Rose to be released as part of the OEenotheque program. This is a hypnotic, mesmerizing wine that is unlike any Champagne I have ever tasted. A burnished, deep orange, the wine emerges from the glass with delicate layers of truffles, mushrooms, tea and autumn leaves that recall a great, mature Grand Cru red Burgundy.

 Candied orange peel, dried roses, spices, apricot jam and white pepper are some of the notes that develop with air. Despite its vivid, textured personality the wine hovers on the palate in a weightless, ethereal style.

 1990 Rose OEenotheque is 50% Chardonnay, 50% Pinot Noir, of which 20% is still Pinot. The 1990 Rose OEenotheque spent ten years longer on its lees than the original release and received lower dosage. This bottle was disgorged in 2007. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2015.