Dom Perignon Oenotheque: How It’s Made, Taste, 8 Delicious Bottles (2024)

Fun fact: Even though Dom Perignon Champagne comprises the fruit of seven Grand Cru vineyard plots, this prestige Cuvee still doesn’t classify as a Grand Cru because of the presence of Premier Cru fruit.

Re-Branding Of Dom Perignon Oenotheque

Moet & Chandon rebranded its Oenotheque wine as Plenitude. Like the Oenotheque wine, Plenitudes are released after extended aging on lees. 

However, unlike Oenotheque, Plenitude wine is released in three stages: P1, P2, and P3. 

What are Dom Perignon P1, P2, and P3 wines?

• Dom Perignon P1 is released after nine years of aging.
• Dom Perignon P2 is released after 12-15 years of aging.
• Dom Perignon P3 is released after about 20 years of aging.

The Moet & Chandon now uses the term “Oenotheque” to refer to their exotic wine library.

Dom Perignon Oenotheque Wine: Taste Profile

Compared to regular Dom Perignon, Oenotheque has about 6g-7g residual sugar per liter.

This Dom Perignon Champagne displays complex aging notes, brilliant viscosity, and intense fruit flavors with a subtle minerality - a perfect wine to pair with seafood and Asian cuisine.

8 Fine Dom Perignon Oenotheque Bottles (Including Tasting Note, Prices)

Here are 8 exotic Dom Perignon Oenothique bottles you need to get your hands on:

• 1959 Dom Perignon Oenotheque Brut Millesime
• 1996 Dom Perignon Oenotheque Brut Millesime
• 1964 Dom Perignon Oenotheque Brut Millesime
• 1970 Dom Perignon Oenotheque Brut Millesime
• 1988 Dom Perignon Oenotheque Rose
• 1985 Dom Perignon Oenotheque Rose
• 1982 Dom Perignon Oenotheque Rose
• 1990 Dom Perignon Oenotheque Rose

1. 1959 Dom Perignon Oenotheque Brut Millesime ($8,318)

This vintage sparkling wine has honey, tobacco, licorice, lemon aromas, and an intense fruit flavor with breathtaking finesse.

2. 1996 Dom Perignon Oenotheque Brut Millesime ($574)

The 1996 Dom Perignon Oenotheque is a light Champagne packed with intense toasty flavor.

3. 1964 Dom Perignon Oenotheque Brut Millesime ($3,250)

This 1964 vintage has dried apricot and jasmine aromas. The palate has a creamy depth with a subtle freshness.

4. 1970 Dom Perignon Oenotheque Brut Millesime ($3,235)

This Dom Perignon vintage has intense roasted nuts and brioche aromas. The palate has a delicious honey afternote.

5. 1988 Dom Perignon Oenotheque Rose ($3,000)

This Champagne has delicate dried flower, lemon, and tobacco aromas with refreshing acidity and breathtaking finesse.

6. 1985 Dom Perignon Oenotheque Rose ($2,750)

This Moet et Chandon vintage is rich with spice, strawberry, toasted brioche, and chocolate aromas.

7. 1982 Dom Perignon Oenotheque Rose ($2,000)

This Dom Perignon rose vintage has an intense bouquet of guava, spicy strawberry, rose, and smoke with brilliant acidity. 

8. 1990 Dom Perignon Oenotheque Rose ($1,539)

This well-rounded vintage Champagne by Moet et Chandon has papaya, orange, curry leaves, and sweet spice notes.

Is Dom Perignon Oenotheque Investment-Worthy?

Dom Perignon Vintage Champagne can age gracefully for 30-40 years. They also have high ratings from reputable wine critics like Robert Parker.

The second plenitude bottles usually retail for $500+, while P3 bottles are priced over $2000. 

They also enjoy good price appreciation. The 1996 Dom Perignon vintage grew over 600% since its release.

Also, a 30-bottle Dom Pérignon Oenothèque Rosé lot was auctioned off for $170,000+ in 2020. 

Add A Fine Dom Perignon Oenotheque To Your Collection

Dom Perignon Oenotheque is a great bottle to serve at your next event and also makes a great collectible wine. 

Check out the Vinovest website to know more about investing in this fine Champagne or perhaps a Burgundy and discover how you can buy, store, and sell fine wine effortlessly.