Moet et Chandon - Dom Perignon Champagner Brut 1999

JANCIS ROBINSON: "Much more evolved nose than the P2 2000 just tasted. Fully mature, nutty nose. Round and approachable. Difficult to spit."

THE WINE ADVOCATE: "The 1999 Dom Perignon is a little flabbier than the 2000. Smoke, toastiness, tar and ripe fruit emerge from the glass in a generous, expansive style. The 1999 offers more body than the 2000 but the aromas and flavors are less well-articulated. This is a relatively simple Dom Perignon, yet the wine possesses outstanding balance and plenty of harmony. According to Chef de Caves Richard Geoffroy the warm vintage also resulted in relatively high yields, and the low-acid style is most reminiscent of the 1976. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2024."

DECANTER: "1999 was a warmer vintage in the mould of 2009, producing a large crop after a slightly rainy end of season. Picking time, as always, was essential, its timing dictated by the long view and the need to adopt a prescient approach. This wine, for all the reputation of the vintage, is surprisingly steely at first before the vista broadens to reveal figs, quince and orange groves. The flinty, almost saline character is recaptured at the back, affording symmetrical harmony and no shortage of satisfaction. Served from magnum."

WINE SPECTATOR: "There's a high-toned minty graphite accent to the aroma, with a citric edge on the palate. The structure is overlaid with lemon and bread dough notes. This is tight and crisp on the finish, so break out the sole or shellfish, or wait a few years."