Dom Pérignon Vintage 2008 Plénitude 2 reconnects with the year 2008.
At each step of its evolution, this vintage redefines the champagne classic, by giving it more substance, length and complexity.

2008 was dominated by grey, overcast skies – an exception in a decade characterized by bold, generous sunshine. Spring and summer brought the same lack of sunlight and absence of high temperatures. It was September that saved the vintage, belatedly and miraculously. Just when the harvest was getting underway (on September 15), the weather conditions were finally perfect: blue skies and prolonged north-northeasterly winds. Picking was spread out over a long period in order to benefit from this positive turn of events. The grapes were riper than anyone dared hope, and had truly outstanding balance.

With Dom Pérignon Vintage 2008-Plénitude 2, Dom Pérignon reconnects with the year 2008. At each step of its evolution, this vintage redefines the champagne classic, by giving it more substance, length and complexity. The “champenois miracle” had happened, and this vintage was born to become a classic. It also has an even greater resonance in this movement, as its declaration in 2018 actually coincided with the handover between the two Chefs de Cave Richard Geoffroy and Vincent Chaperon. This was the culminating point of their collaboration, the telling of a shared vision.

Dom Pérignon Vintage 2008 Plénitude 2 has widened. As it lands on the tongue, its edges are climbing up the palate, fulling a more complete tactile space. The acid frame is entwined with bitter and umami hints, as if it was braided, hence becoming more consistant. It unfurls like the Kanagawa wave, scintillating, radiating, lilting. Candied lemon, bergamot, white peach, cocoa, roasted coffee. Its freshness is vibrant as well as silky, with a solar presence, slightly iodized.

Dom Pérignon Vintage 2008 Plénitude 2 is distinguished by its soft, warm character, ideally expressed when paired with seafood such as langoustine and scallops. This wine pairing harmony continues with veal and Jerusalem artichoke dishes, which highlight its delicate, enveloping nature. The flavours are further enhanced by herbs such as rosemary and basil, while hints of acidity from lemon and bergamot fully reveal its breadth and refined structure. This vintage illustrates Dom Pérignon’s ability to create fine wines that capture and enhance the essence of the ingredients with which they are served.

by Dom Perignon