THE DOM RUINART UNIVERSE
Dom Ruinart, the visionary force of the oldest of the champagne houses, was the inspiration behind this exceptional cuvee. The wine is a rare expression of superlative Chardonnay grapes, a magical a magical tasting experience.

VISUAL ASPECT
The light golden colour is the freshness of spring incarnate, with a hint of tender green and sparkling highlights. The finesse of the bubbles offers lingering effervescence.

ON THE NOSE
Against an extremely stylish mineral background, the initial nose mingles deliciously floral and fruity notes. White floral aromas lead to more gourmet hints of reine claude plums, peaches and pears. The evocation of pastries and fresh chestnut in the second nose confirms the touch of sweetness, the basis of extreme aromatic sophistication.

ON THE PALATE
This 1998 vintage achieves a remarkable balance between freshness and smoothness. Fruit aromas predominate, developing more mature and exotic notes than on the nose itself. Citrus fruits, kumquat, bergamot, mango… each of these fruits seems to have entrusted the best of its aromas to this great champagne.

TASTING AND FOOD SUGGESTIONS
The balanced elegance and freshness of Dom Ruinart 1998 is fully expressed as an aperitif, combining perfectly with the subtle savours of crab and grapefruit or tartar of sea-bream with fresh lime. Tempura and bar sashimi create an ideal, and unusual, pairing. For dessert, an apple and mango crumble pleasantly accentuates the wine’s rich fruit aromas.

COMPOSITION
The cuvee is blended exclusively from Chardonnay grands crus, 66% from the Côte des Blancs and 34% from the northern part of the Montagne de Reims areas.