Dom Perignon Rose 2008

Dom Perignon compares its 2008 Rose to legendary prior vintages, from a growing season of overcast spring and summer redeemed by a brilliant September.

The nose opens with freeze-dried raspberry and fresh grass, floral notes of iris and violet sitting alongside beetroot, orange nougat, fig and ripe strawberry, with a fine contrast of saline, sea-air notes. The palate is balanced and refreshingly lively, with persistent red fruit flavours harmonising with pink grapefruit and toasted bread.

• Producer: Dom Perignon (Moet & Chandon)
• Country: France
• Region: Champagne
• Vintage: 2008
• Grape: Reported to be around 55% Chardonnay and 45% Pinot Noir, with a relatively low proportion of red wine used for colour
• Bottle size: 75cl
• Alcohol: 12.5% ABV
• Style: Prestige cuvee vintage Rose Champagne
• Serving temperature: 8-10C
• Food pairing: Roast salmon, duck breast, or red berry desserts
• Storage: Store horizontally in a cool, dark place with a stable temperature
• Drinking window: Drinking well now with room to develop further over the coming years