1996 Dom Pérignon Rosé P2 (Plénitude 2)

While standard Dom Pérignon Rosé is already a prestige cuvée, the "P2" designation signifies that this bottle has undergone a significantly longer period of maturation on its lees in the cellars. It represents the "Second Plenitude" of the wine's life—a window of peak energy, precision, and intensified complexity.

The P2 Rosé 1996 was late-disgorged after nearly 20 years of aging. This extended time on the lees transforms the wine, adding a creamy, majestic texture and savory depth while the high 1996 acidity keeps the fruit remarkably fresh and "crunchy." It is a dark, brooding, and Pinot Noir-dominant Champagne that balances the maturity of an old wine with the vibrant pulse of a young one.

The Highlights

• Vintage: 1996

• Region/Appellation: Champagne, France

• Producer: Dom Pérignon (Moët & Chandon)

• Grape: A blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay (Pinot Noir-dominant)

• Style: Late-disgorged, ultra-prestige Vintage Rosé Champagne.

• Tasting Profile: An explosive and multi-dimensional bouquet of dried strawberries, pomegranate, and blood orange, layered with savory notes of smoked malt, toasted brioche, and cocoa. The palate is tactile and voluminous, showing a phenomenal tension between ripe red fruit and a searing, crystalline mineral acidity.

• Perfect for (Food Pairing): * High-End Savory: Seared Wagyu beef with a berry reduction or roasted pigeon.

  • Premium Seafood: Grilled lobster, langoustines with coral sauce, or fatty tuna (Otoro) sashimi.

  • Earthy Delicacies: Dishes featuring shaved black truffles or sautéed wild morels.

  • Aged Cheese: 36-month aged Comté or a rich, creamy Brillat-Savarin.