{"product_id":"dom-perignon-by-damien-hirst-vintage-2018-brut-champagne-limited-edition-750ml","title":"Dom Pérignon by Damien Hirst Vintage 2018 Brut Champagne Limited Edition 750ml","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDom Pérignon’s artist collaborations make its bottles collectibles as much as wines, and for the 2026 end-of-year edition, the house worked with British artist Damien Hirst. Hirst’s “Kaleidoscope” artwork dresses the bottle and the gift box in a deep blue, which the house links to infinity and spirituality, with the Dom Pérignon shield repeating across the surface, a black “Limited Edition” neck collar carrying Hirst’s signature, and a full-pattern box. For Dom Pérignon and Hirst, “assemblage lies at the heart of creation,” and this edition is “rooted in a common language of tension and balance, between heritage and reinvention.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe wine itself is the Vintage 2018, the same Champagne as the standard release, a blend of 54% Chardonnay and 46% Pinot Noir, disgorged in March 2024. It is a landmark vintage for the house: a dry, sunny year with Dom Pérignon’s earliest-ever harvest (August 17, in Ambonnay) and the first declared vintage of Chef de Cave Vincent Chaperon, drawn from eighteen Grand Cru villages plus plots in Hautvillers. The house describes the 2018 as “broader, deeper, longer,” and pairs it with the Rosé Vintage 2010 as two sides of the same story, “one solar and taut, the other more intimate and shadowed.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eJames Suckling scored it 99 Points and named it #95 in his Top 100 World Wines of 2025: “Very floral aromas with jasmine, honeysuckle, lemons and subtle apples. Lavender as well. The medium-bodied palate has super-integrated bubbles, a touch of fine phenolics and a racy, lively finish. Weightless and refined for the vintage. The aftertaste includes ginger, dried apples, lychees, bitter lemons and minerals. 54% chardonnay and 46% pinot noir. Dosage 4.5 g\/L.” He speculated that it might herald “a new style for Dom Pérignon.” Other reviewers noted that “the 2018 Dom Pérignon is explosive, bright and so vibrant in the glass. Medium in body, with layers of understated depth, the 2018 dazzles from start to finish,” with “lemon peel, chalk, mint and white pepper” opening with coaxing, and “a Dom Pérignon of unreal precision and class.” Another found “a sense of finesse to this understated Champagne, which leads with minerally smoke and chalk accents on the nose before flavors of black cherry, lemon pâte de fruit, brioche, grilled nuts and pickled ginger come to the fore.” A third described a year “born of a dry, solar year,” “a lighter-footed, less concentrated rendition” than the 2017, with “clementine, fresh apricot and cardamom, mingling with notes of nectarine, iris and freshly baked bread.” The house’s own notes find “tropical notes of golden kiwi and mango” with “greener touches reminiscent of summer salad greens, ivy and balsamic plants,” a “generous and fresh” palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIt’s ready to drink now, with the structure for many years of cellaring. Serve it at 9-11°C, with oysters, roast duck, or subtly spiced food. The Hirst edition is a collector’s piece and a spectacular gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigins \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDom Pérignon Vintage 2018 Limited Edition by Damien Hirst is produced by Dom Pérignon (Moët \u0026amp; Chandon, LVMH) in Champagne, France, under Chef de Cave Vincent Chaperon. It is a vintage Champagne (54% Chardonnay, 46% Pinot Noir) from eighteen Grand Cru villages and plots in Hautvillers, harvested from August 17, 2018, and disgorged in March 2024. Presented in the 2026 Damien Hirst “Kaleidoscope” deep-blue limited edition with a matching gift box. About 12.5% ABV, 750ml.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritics Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling — 99 Points (#95, Top 100 World Wines 2025):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Very floral aromas with jasmine, honeysuckle, lemons and subtle apples. Lavender as well. The medium-bodied palate has super-integrated bubbles, a touch of fine phenolics and a racy, lively finish. Weightless and refined for the vintage. The aftertaste includes ginger, dried apples, lychees, bitter lemons and minerals. 54% chardonnay and 46% pinot noir. Dosage 4.5 g\/L.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-bfc=\"\" class=\"\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwjClp6bkNiXAxWnDzQIHVr0I-MQi4wTegoIAggACAEIDBAI\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgBCAwQCA\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eAntonio Galloni \/ Vinous Media (98 Points):\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Highlights an explosive, vibrant profile with understated depth, featuring aromas of lemon peel, chalk, and mint alongside remarkable precision.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-bfc=\"\" class=\"\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwjClp6bkNiXAxWnDzQIHVr0I-MQi4wTegoIAggACAEIDBAI\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgBCAwQCA\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-bfc=\"\" class=\"\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwjClp6bkNiXAxWnDzQIHVr0I-MQi4wTegoIAggACAEIDBAO\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgBCAwQDg\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eWine Spectator (96 Points):\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Notes a fine, understated balance of smoky minerality, black cherry, brioche, and a creamy texture extending through 2045.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-bfc=\"\" class=\"\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwjClp6bkNiXAxWnDzQIHVr0I-MQi4wTegoIAggACAEIDBAO\" data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgBCAwQDg\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDom Pérignon (house tasting notes):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Tropical notes of golden kiwi and mango mingle with greener touches reminiscent of summer salad greens, ivy and balsamic plants, creating an aromatic palette that is both generous and fresh.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePale yellow with golden highlights. Jasmine, honeysuckle, lemon, and lavender, with golden kiwi, mango, clementine, apricot, and chalk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMedium-bodied and weightless, with super-integrated bubbles and fine phenolics, with black cherry, lemon pâte de fruit, brioche, and grilled nuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRacy and lively, with ginger, lychee, bitter lemon, minerals, and a slight bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVintage Brut Champagne — Prestige Cuvée, Limited Edition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlend\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e54% Chardonnay · 46% Pinot Noir\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2018 (earliest harvest in the house’s history; Vincent Chaperon’s first declared vintage)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisgorged\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMarch 2024\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDosage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.5 g\/L (per James Suckling)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~12.5%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDom Pérignon (Moët \u0026amp; Chandon, LVMH) — Champagne, France\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2026 Damien Hirst “Kaleidoscope” limited edition: deep blue, black neck collar with Hirst’s signature, matching gift box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJames Suckling 99 (#95, Top 100 World Wines 2025)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9–11°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle \/ Identity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA floral, weightless, mineral Dom Pérignon from a solar vintage, in a collectible artist edition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAromas \u0026amp; Flavors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJasmine, honeysuckle, lemon, lychee, brioche, ginger, chalk\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh oysters and shellfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast duck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubtly spiced dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged Comté and soft cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eServe chilled at 9-11°C in a white wine glass.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Southern","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45823891701826,"sku":null,"price":325.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0363\/8621\/files\/Dom_P_rignon_by_Damien_Hirst_Vintage_2018_Brut_Champagne_Limited_Edition_750ml.jpg?v=1793033115","url":"https:\/\/www.blackwellswines.com\/products\/dom-perignon-by-damien-hirst-vintage-2018-brut-champagne-limited-edition-750ml","provider":"Blackwell's Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}