Name: 2008 Rosé Brut
Brand: Dom Pérignon
SKU: FR-CMP-DOMP04-2008

Technical Specifications

Alcohol 12.5%

Drinking Window 2020-2040 (various critics suggest 2019-2058, with peak maturity expected around 2040+)

Region Champagne

Soil Predominantly chalk and limestone (kimmeridgian soil with fossilised seashells)

Disgorgement Date 2017-2018

Dosage 5 g/L

Contains Added Sulfites Yes

Closure Cork

Production Details Blend of 50% Pinot Noir and 50% Chardonnay from 100% Grand Cru and Premier Cru vineyards. Harvest took almost one month starting September 15th, 2008. Aged 7-8 years on the lees. Over 12 months post-disgorgement aging on cork before release. Released in late 2018/early 2019 in two editions: Legacy Edition (November 2018) and standard Vintage 2008 (early 2019). The 2008 vintage was unusually held back for extended aging - the 2009 was released before the 2008. Described as a 'miracle year' with challenging growing conditions saved by perfect September weather with blue skies and prolonged north-northeasterly winds.

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Technical specifications: 12.5% alcohol, 5 g/L dosage, 7 years on lees, 50% Pinot Noir/50% Chardonnay, 100% Grand & Premier Cru, harvest date September 15th, drinking window now to 2040+

Production details: 8 years lees aging, over 12 months post-disgorgement aging, blend composition, harvest duration, Legacy Edition release information

Drinking windows from multiple critics: Jancis Robinson (2019-2030), William Kelley (2020-2040), Antonio Galloni (2028-2058). Technical specs: 12.5% alcohol, dry style

Terroir information: Predominantly chalk and limestone soil that keeps vines naturally watered year-round, thick layer of limestone and chalk allowing vine roots to access nutrients

Soil composition: Predominantly chalky soils offering optimal drainage and bringing singular minerality. Kimmeridgian soil made from chalk, limestone and fossilised seashells

Vintage context: First time Dom Pérignon released a wine out of order (2009 released before 2008), vintage character compared to 1996, high acidity vintage characteristics

Sulfite information: All champagne contains sulfites. European regulations require 'contains sulfites' label if sulfur level exceeds 10 mg/L. Champagne naturally has lower sulfite content than still wines due to CO2 acting as preservative

Community tasting notes indicating wine in 'dormant adolescence' phase with exceptional aging potential extending to 2040+ and beyond