Cover Dom Pérignon Vintage 2015
Dom Pérignon Vintage 2015
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Crafted in one of the most challenging years for viticulture, Dom Pérignon Vintage 2015 defies the odds with an exceptional blend that embodies both resilience and refinement
The undeniable effects of climate change are reshaping industries worldwide, from rising global temperatures to the loss of biodiversity and increasingly extreme weather patterns. Among those most visibly affected is the winemaking industry, where the changing climate has dramatically altered the viticulture landscape in France, impacting both production and quality. Yet, in the face of such adversity, innovation and resilience have given rise to extraordinary results.
Dom Pérignon Vintage 2015 is a testament to resilience in severe challenges. The year was anything but ordinary—generally mild, yet punctuated by extreme weather shifts. While winter was relatively average and spring started on a cool note, a prolonged drought took hold from mid-spring through much of the summer, bringing soaring temperatures. August 2015 went down in history as the hottest August in 45 years.
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Above Dom Pérignon Vintage 2015 is now available in Malaysia
Dom Pérignon Vintage 2015 is now available in Malaysia
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The vintage was among the early harvests, kicking off in early September. At Dom Pérignon, the harvest began on September 7, just after the first ripe clusters were picked elsewhere in Champagne. The pinot noir grapes were exceptional—ripe, robust, and well-structured, yielding a wine that was at once full-bodied and graceful. Chardonnay, however, struggled under harsh conditions that required meticulous selection. The result is a wine of elegant complexity, both invigorating and calming.
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Above Dom Pérignon Vintage 2015 is packed with silky ripe fruits on both nose and palate
Dom Pérignon Vintage 2015 is packed with silky ripe fruits on both nose and palate
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On the nose, the wine initially reveals darker, roasted tones with hints of cacao. But as it breathes, it blossoms—like a bouquet of linden leaves, jasmine, and peony—infused with warming spices such as anise and cardamom. Subtle notes of chlorophyll, orange zest, and green papaya add a fresh vegetal and fruity layer.
The palate experience is expansive, spreading gently yet generously across the tongue. The wine is tactile, caressing the palate with softness and intensity. Juicy peach and nectarine notes embrace the bittersweet hints of citrus and gentian, offering a beautifully sculpted, multidimensional taste.
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Dom Pérignon Vintage 2015 was unveiled during an intimate culinary event held at Potager KL
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Dom Pérignon Vintage 2015 made its grand debut last month at an exclusive event hosted by Potager, a recipient of the Best New Restaurant Award from this year’s Tatler Dining Awards. The occasion was marked by an intimate gastronomic experience curated by head chef De Wet Visser.
A select group of guests was treated to a remarkable evening, where the Dom Pérignon 2015 was expertly paired with Visser’s culinary artistry. His focus on maximising each ingredient led to a bespoke menu designed to highlight the vintage’s unique qualities.
Dom Pérignon Vintage 2015 is now available exclusively to Dom Pérignon Society members and select fine dining establishments, including DC by Darren Chin, Cilantro, Nadodi, Potager, Beta KL, Molina, Eat and Cook, Hide KL, and Sushi Taka.
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