{"product_id":"dom-perignon-1996","title":"Dom Perignon 1996","description":"\u003cp\u003eDom Pérignon 1996 is a celebrated vintage Champagne that captures the rare balance of power and finesse that only exceptional years can deliver. Produced by Champagne Moët \u0026amp; Chandon, it has become highly sought after for its depth, elegance, and the way the 1996 growing season shaped a wine of remarkable tension and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMakuprofiili\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, this vintage shows a refined, persistent mousse and a luminous, golden hue that hints at its maturity. The nose is layered and expressive, with aromas of mature citrus, dried apricots, toasted bread, and roasted nuts, all lifted by a distinct mineral edge.\n\nOn the palate, it is both generous and precise, combining ripe fruit richness with vibrant acidity and a chalky, saline freshness. The texture is creamy yet focused, and the finish is long and nuanced, suggesting excellent aging potential for those with the patience to cellar it further.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViininvalmistus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDom Pérignon 1996 is built primarily from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, sourced from Champagne’s finest vineyard sites, where chalk-rich soils and the region’s cool climate help preserve acidity and aromatic purity. The 1996 harvest was notable for producing grapes with both high ripeness and unusually high acidity, a rare combination that gave the wine its striking structure. After vinification, the wine spent an extended period aging on the lees, contributing to its complexity, depth, and distinctive autolytic character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRuoka \u0026amp; tarjoilu\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis vintage pairs beautifully with refined dishes such as lobster, truffle-based preparations, shellfish, or mature hard cheeses, where its acidity and complexity can shine. Serve it chilled at 10–12°C to reveal its full aromatic range, and decanting is generally not necessary, though a short period in the glass can help open up the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuottaja\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChampagne Moët \u0026amp; Chandon is one of the most renowned houses in Champagne, with a long history of producing some of the region’s most iconic sparkling wines. Dom Pérignon, its prestige cuvée named after the famous Benedictine monk associated with early Champagne development, stands as a symbol of craftsmanship and excellence. The 1996 vintage is especially admired among collectors and connoisseurs for its concentration, precision, and impressive ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Champagne Moët \u0026 Chandon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49122396668146,"sku":"FW-144","price":669.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/4810\/5202\/files\/dom_p_nude_1.png?v=1777475851","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.fi\/products\/dom-perignon-1996","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}