Dom Ruinart 1981
Dom Ruinart 1981 is a dry, medium-bodied sparkling from Chardonnay (Champagne, France), in the sparkling style. Acidity is fresh; oak influence is some. Good with roast chicken, salmon, creamy pasta, aperitif. Listed at £650.00 by Hedonism Wines, who say it is out of stock; that is the last price, not an offer.
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Dom Ruinart 1981 is a prestige cuvée blanc de blancs from a small but high-quality vintage. 1981 was characterised by a severe spring frost that drastically reduced yields, resulting in wines of immense concentration and high acidity. This fully mature Champagne exhibits a deep golden hue and a sophisticated array of tertiary notes including roasted coffee, beeswax, dried apricots and truffle. Despite its age, the wine retains a fine, persistent bead and a vibrant mineral core. The palate is expansive and vinous, showing the depth achieved by Grand Cru Chardonnay in a challenging year.