Possibly the world’s most recognized and iconic Champagne, Moet & Chandon Dom Perignon is always a vintage-dated wine comprised of the classic varieties Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Elegant and graceful with excellent aging potential, it is produced only in those harvest years that the Chef de Cave declares to be of exceptional quality.

Dom. Pierre Perignon, revered as the spiritual “Father of Champagne”, was a 17th century Benedictine Monk and cellar master at Benedictine Abbey of Hautvillers. He had a singular mission: to create the best wine in the world. To that mission, he dedicated 47 years of his life to invent and perfect the techniques to create a wine whose reputation knows no equal. His life-long work acquired a reputation for excellence which spread rapidly throughout the region, including the favor of the Royal Court during the reign of King Louis XIV.

Today, Richard Geoffroy, Chef de Cave and Creator of Dom Perignon Vintages, perpetuates the spirit of Dom. Pierre Perignon. The wine is produced by Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton, the largest luxury brand group in the world.

The 2004 Moet Chandon Dom Perignon Champagne exemplifies the sophistication and quality expected from this prestigious producer. This vintage, composed of a classic Champagne blend, hails from France's renowned Champagne region and has garnered praise from several esteemed reviewers.

Wine Spectator awarded this wine a score of 95, describing it as "a graceful Champagne, with minerally drive." The review highlights its firm acidity, rich vein of smoky mineral, and a plush texture showcasing flavors of mirabelle jam, toasted brioche, crunchy pear, honey, and smoked almond. The wine offers a "long, mouthwatering finish" and is recommended to be enjoyed through 2029 (Wine Spectator, 12/31/2014).

James Suckling was particularly impressed, giving it an excellent score of 96. He noted the vintage's return to form after the 2003 edition, emphasizing its "composed and complex swagger." Suckling describes "toasty yeasty characters" and emphasizes the clear presence of Chardonnay. The palate is said to have "assertive, driving power" with a long, fresh, and gently nutty finish, making it a "classic Dom" (James Suckling, 8/5/2014).

Wine & Spirits also gave a high score of 96, praising the wine's "explosive flavors" and its "bold, broad, layered impression on the palate." The review notes the tight structure and edgy tension of the acidity, capturing the wine's aromatic power and extending it into "graceful length" (Wine & Spirits, 12/1/2014).

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate rated the 2004 vintage at 94, describing it as "one of the more reductive, autolytic vintages" with a toasty bouquet of pears, green apple, iodine, peach, and smoke. The wine is "medium to full-bodied" with a "satiny texture" and a "fine mousse" (Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 4/10/2020).

Decanter's review, scoring the wine at 93, highlights its generous, almost sensual character with "a glorious nose" and "dramatic tension." The review appreciates the wine's "substantial embrace" and "radiance and harmony" (Decanter, 11/21/2018).

Jeff Leve gave the wine a score of 93, noting its "good freshness, ripe fruits, and energy." However, he mentioned that it "lacks the weight, depth, excitement, and complexity" of other recent vintages, recommending the 2002 vintage instead (TheWineCellarInsider.com, 11/24/2013).

John Gilman awarded it a 96+, calling it "another great classic in the making." He emphasized its potential for long-term aging, suggesting it will "truly deserve all of thirty years’ worth of bottle age" (View From The Cellar, 5/1/2018).

Finally, Wine Enthusiast gave it a score of 95, noting its considerable bottle age and complex flavors of mature toast and almond, balanced by light tannins and a crisp texture (Wine Enthusiast).

Overall, the 2004 Moet Chandon Dom Perignon is a celebrated vintage, praised for its complexity, elegance, and potential for aging.