2018 Dom Pérignon, Damien Hirst - Champagne Brut - 1 Bottle (0.75L)

Dom Pérignon Damien Hirst Limited Edition Champagne Brut Vintage 2018

The renowned Champagne House Dom Pérignon seals its collaboration with artist Damien Hirst by re-releasing the 2018 vintage as a truly artistic limited-edition champagne. Damien Hirst draws inspiration from his "Kaleidoscope" series—a recurring theme in his body of work. The kaleidoscope serves as a tool representing a concept of creation rooted in transformation and repetition as phenomena that reveal harmony. The artist’s dialogue with Dom Pérignon is founded on the principle of *assemblage* (blending). Just as Damien Hirst combines fragments of organic matter through the kaleidoscope, Dom Pérignon employs blending to reveal the harmony between the grapes of a given vintage and their unpredictable characteristics. This encounter with Damien Hirst reimagines the historic Dom Pérignon shield through the lens of his iconic "Kaleidoscope" series. The design features a brilliant, deep blue hue—symbolizing infinity and spirituality—created to reflect the solar radiance and luminous generosity of the 2018 vintage.

The 2018 vintage was defined by perfect weather conditions—a true gift from nature. The sun shone ceaselessly; in spring, sunlight hours exceeded the average by 25%, while summer temperatures surpassed the records set in 2003. Water levels were also ideal: thanks to winter and spring rains, the soil retained sufficient moisture through the flowering period. The drier summer that followed allowed for the gradual onset of water stress, which proved beneficial for grape quality.

Despite abundant yields, the ripening process was rapid. This was the fifth harvest to take place in August—following those of 2003, 2007, 2011, and 2017—and the earliest of them all, beginning around August 20th. The grape quality was exceptional, and the ripening process set new records for both Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, resulting in an exceptional and extraordinary Dom Pérignon—now presented in a bottle that is a true work of art to be treasured.

Vinification: Fermentation in stainless steel; secondary fermentation in the bottle with disgorgement following the *Méthode Champenoise*.

Aging: At least 72 months on the lees.

Sensory Experience

Color: Brilliant golden yellow with emerald highlights and an exceptionally fine *perlage*.

Nose: A fragrant bouquet where notes of summer fruit, golden kiwi, and mango layer with mineral undertones.

Palate: Broad and dense, enveloping the palate. Bitter notes expand in tension with sweetness. The wine opens up on the finish, leaving an exceptionally rare impression of apricot.

Pairings: Perfect with Belon oysters, langoustine tartare, Beluga caviar, or fine Asian cuisine.