Dom Perignon Brut Rose 2009

Dom Pérignon Brut Rosé 2009 is a prestige vintage rosé Champagne bottled at 12.5% ABV in a standard 750ml format. Antonio Galloni of Vinous awarded this vintage 98 points, while James Suckling scored it 97 and Wine Spectator gave it 96 — placing the 2009 rosé among the most critically acclaimed releases in the Dom Pérignon Rosé lineage.

Quick Facts: ABV: 12.5%  |  Origin: Champagne, France  |  Vintage: 2009  |  Producer: Moët & Chandon

Production & Heritage

Dom Pérignon, produced by Moët & Chandon in Épernay, is released only in declared vintage years, making every bottling a statement about the character of a single harvest. The 2009 Rosé blends 56% Pinot Noir with 44% Chardonnay, vinified using the traditional Méthode Champenoise with the addition of approximately 10% still red Pinot Noir wine to achieve its color and structure. Under Chef de Caves Vincent Chaperon, the still red wine proportion has been deliberately reduced from a high of around 28% in the 2004 and 2005 vintages down to roughly 10%, marking a significant stylistic shift toward greater finesse, transparency, and precision in the rosé cuvée.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The nose opens with macerated raspberry and fresh crushed strawberry before unfolding into candied blood orange peel, rose petal, and saffron. Underneath, subtle toast and cedar notes emerge as the wine breathes, adding savory complexity.

Taste: The entry is generous and full-bodied, with sweet red cherry and pomegranate giving way to blood orange and warm spice at mid-palate. Fine, polished tannins frame the wine with surprising structure for Champagne, while a satiny, creamy mousse carries the flavors seamlessly. Hints of fruit tea and minerally smoke develop as the wine opens up.

Finish: Long, fresh, and focused, with lingering oyster shell minerality and a touch of enticing bitterness that keeps the palate engaged. The finish is savory rather than sweet, trailing off with smoky, stony accents.

How to Drink Dom Pérignon Rosé 2009

This Champagne is best served chilled between 50–54°F in a large-bowled wine glass or tulip flute that allows its aromatic complexity to develop fully. Drinking it neat and unrushed rewards patience — the wine evolves considerably over 30 to 60 minutes in the glass. For a Champagne Cocktail, its berry depth and tannic structure hold their own against a sugar cube and Angostura bitters. In a French 75, the rosé adds a savory, fruit-driven twist that elevates the classic template. A minimalist Kir Royale using just a few drops of cassis lets the wine's natural red-fruit character shine without overwhelming it.

Best For

• Celebrating a milestone anniversary or engagement with a world-class Champagne
• Gifting a serious wine collector who appreciates vintage-specific expressions
• Anchoring a multi-course tasting dinner as a standalone pairing wine
• Adding a flagship vintage rosé to a cellar for medium-term aging

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Dom Pérignon Rosé 2009 taste like? The dominant profile centers on ripe red cherry, crushed strawberry, and blood orange, supported by fine tannins and a creamy mousse. Savory undertones of toast, saffron, and oyster shell minerality give it unusual depth for a rosé Champagne.

How does Dom Pérignon Rosé 2009 compare to Krug Rosé? Both sit at the pinnacle of prestige rosé Champagne, but the Dom Pérignon Rosé 2009 is a vintage-dated wine (released only in exceptional years), while Krug Rosé is a multi-vintage blend designed for consistency across releases. The 2009 Dom Pérignon Rosé tends toward red-fruit generosity and creamy texture, whereas Krug Rosé leans into citrus-driven intensity and pronounced toastiness.

Is Dom Pérignon Rosé 2009 good for sipping neat? Absolutely — this is first and foremost a contemplative wine designed for unhurried drinking. Its layered aromatics, evolving palate, and long finish reveal the most when served still in a proper glass at cellar temperature.

Where is Dom Pérignon Rosé 2009 made? Dom Pérignon is produced at the historic Abbey of Hautvillers in Épernay, in the heart of the Champagne appellation in northeastern France. The grapes are sourced from Grand Cru and Premier Cru vineyards across the region.

What foods pair well with Dom Pérignon Rosé 2009? Seared duck breast works beautifully, as the wine's tannins and red-fruit notes echo the richness of the meat. Sashimi-grade tuna or salmon tartare complements the saline, mineral finish. Aged Comté or Gruyère cheese mirrors the toasty, savory dimension. Fresh strawberries with a crack of black pepper highlight the wine's fruit core. Lobster or langoustine in a light butter sauce bridges the gap between the wine's creaminess and its citrus-tinged acidity.

What sizes does Dom Pérignon Rosé 2009 come in? The standard release is a 750ml bottle, though Dom Pérignon vintage Champagnes are occasionally available in magnum (1.5L) format depending on the vintage and market allocation.

Is Dom Pérignon Rosé 2009 worth the price? This positions firmly in the ultra-premium tier of Champagne, competing directly with the most expensive prestige cuvées in the world. The 98-point Vinous score and the wine's proven aging potential support its standing as a serious collector's bottle that delivers complexity well beyond many peers at comparable price points.

Why Dom Pérignon Rosé 2009?

The 2009 vintage represents a pivotal moment in the Dom Pérignon Rosé story. Vincent Chaperon's decision to reduce the still red wine component to approximately 10% — down from nearly 28% in earlier vintages — resulted in a wine that trades the heavier, darker character of predecessors for translucence, tension, and aromatic clarity. The critical response validates this shift: earning 98 points from Vinous, 97 from James Suckling, and 96 from Wine Spectator places it among the highest-scoring Dom Pérignon Rosé releases on record. For collectors and serious drinkers, this is a vintage that documents a meaningful evolution in one of Champagne's most iconic cuvées.