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 2012 Moet Chandon Dom Pérignon is a Champagne blend that has garnered impressive reviews from several wine critics, highlighting its potential as a standout vintage. This Champagne, produced in France's renowned Champagne region, is known for its complexity and aging potential.

Decanter awarded it a near-perfect score of 98, praising its "magnificent bouquet" that includes pastry, smoke, citrus, fresh fruit, herbs, and menthol. They noted its "tense, vibrant, and very fresh" palate, emphasizing its capacity for aging. John Gilman from View From The Cellar also rated it 98, predicting it could become one of the greatest vintages in the last quarter-century, citing its power, elegance, and depth.

James Suckling gave it a score of 97, describing it as "extremely intense and energetic" with a focus on texture and structure. He noted flavors of white pepper and bitter lemons, suggesting it is suitable for drinking now or holding for further aging. Vinous echoed this sentiment, also scoring it 97 and mentioning its "vinous intensity and raw, unbridled power." They advised patience, suggesting it might be best to wait a few years before opening.

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate and Wine Spectator both rated the wine at 96. William Kelley from Wine Advocate highlighted its "complex bouquet" and "saline finish," while Wine Spectator described it as "eloquent Champagne" with layers of Mandarin orange, blackberry, cassis, and almond.

Jeb Dunnuck's review noted the blend is 51% Chardonnay and the remainder Pinot Noir, with a dosage of 4 grams per liter. It praised the wine's finesse, elegance, and chalky minerality, recommending it for drinking between 2024 and 2044.

Overall, the 2012 Dom Pérignon is characterized by its balance of power and elegance, with significant aging potential and a complex array of flavors and aromas.