Wine Review Online
it is brilliant, continuing a current hot streak for DP, beginning with the rich 1995, the superb, other-worldly 1996, and the exquisite, delicately balanced 1998. As Dom Prignon winemaker Richard Geoffroy says, the 1999 has a 'faux gentility,' in that it seems to be precocious and almost ready to drink at first. But further aeration in a wide tulip glass reveals a core of minerality and a perfect balance of fruit and acidity. It is very elegant, complexly flavored, with absolutely no rough edges and a wonderful texture. A great match with caviar, seafood, and delicate fish entres. DP is always an almost even blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from mainly Grand Cru vineyards. It will be at its best in ten years or so, but it is delicious even now. Ed McCarthy May 29, 2007.
Stephen Tanzer's IWC
Green-tinted gold. Tightly wound lime and pink grapefruit aromas open slowly to reveal a gently smoky mineral and floral character, with a light kiss of green cardamom adding interest. Very fresh on the palate, with youthful citrus and green apple flavors giving way to slightly riper blood orange and pear. Finishes firm and dry, with serious grip. This only hints at its potential, and I'd advise anyone drinking it for what's in the bottle rather than on the label to stash it away for at least another five years, minimum.
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