Champagne Dom Pérignon: The Heritage of Innovation and Luxury

In 1670, the Benedictine monk Dom Pérignon of Hautvillers Abbey ushered in a new era in the art of winemaking. A pioneer in oenology, he blended several grape musts, rapidly improving the quality of the wine by eliminating major defects, paving the way for the creation of champagne as we know it today. Following this first major innovation, Dom Pérignon revolutionized the industry with the introduction of the cork stopper, held to the bottle by hemp string impregnated with oil. This process preserved the wine's freshness and effervescence, marking a major advancement in champagne conservation. He went further by reinforcing the bottle with thicker glass to prevent explosions due to the pressure of the effervescence, a choice that is still echoed today in modern production methods. Dom Pérignon takes advantage of the chalk pits located near its abbey to create ideal conditions for storing champagne, maintaining a constant temperature and humidity. This attention to detail ensures the longevity of the product and the perfection of its aromas. The first Dom Pérignon cuvée, the 1921 vintage, was created in 1935, marking the beginning of a legend in the world of champagne. Today, the Dom Pérignon house continues to embody this visionary legacy. Under the direction of Cellar Master Richard Geoffroy, each new vintage is a unique masterpiece. According to him, each harvest is exceptional, and only those meeting Dom Pérignon's strictest standards will become a vintage. This process embodies the tireless pursuit of the exceptional and authentic luxury.