Presenting a truly legendary bottling from one of Champagne's most prestigious houses: the Dom Pérignon Vintage 1996. This particular year is celebrated by collectors and connoisseurs as one of the most remarkable and sought-after vintages of the 20th century, born from a season of climatic contrasts that yielded grapes of exceptional character and intensity.
The 1996 vintage in Champagne was defined by its extremes, culminating in a harvest with a rare and coveted balance of powerful flavor concentration and vibrant acidity. This inherent tension is the secret to the vintage's incredible complexity and astonishing longevity. In the hands of Dom Pérignon's masterful winemakers, this unique harvest was transformed into a champagne of paradoxical beauty, showcasing both immense power and exquisite balance.
Crafted from a masterful blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir sourced from the finest Grand Cru and Premier Cru vineyards, this champagne represents the pinnacle of the house's artistry. It is a testament to the heritage of Moët & Chandon, a house founded in 1743, and carries the name of the monk who pioneered many of the techniques that define champagne today. This bottle is not merely a beverage but a piece of winemaking history, offering a rare opportunity to experience a vintage that has largely disappeared from the marketplace.
The front label, shaped like an elegant shield with an ornate gold border, immediately signals the wine's prestigious origins. It proudly displays the name of the founding house, "MOËT & CHANDON," and its establishment in "Fondée en 1743 à Epernay." The iconic "Dom Pérignon" name is rendered in a flowing cursive font, with "Vintage 1996" and the "Brut" designation clearly stated. The back label confirms its status as a "PRODUCT OF FRANCE" and notes its importation by Schieffelin & Somerset Co. of New York, N.Y.
Visually, the presentation is classic and luxurious. A dark, textured metallic foil capsule encases the cork, adding to its distinguished appearance. The shield label is further decorated with garland-like engravings of grape leaves and features a five-pointed star at its base. The accompanying box echoes this elegance, with the brand name in gold script on its side and a small golden shield emblem on the inside flap. The bottle's excellent condition is highlighted by a high fill level, extending well above the shoulder into the neck, indicating ideal storage.
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Max von Olfers
Max von Olfers is the founder of cabinet7, and has 10 years of experience with collector item appraisals. The oldest Cognac Max has consumed is from 1855.
Malte Lukowski
Malte Lukowski runs the operations & collector item departments at cabinet7, and has 4 years of experience with collector item appraisals. The oldest Cognac Malte has consumed is from 1920.
