Dom Ruinart 2013 is a prestigious cuvée that is part of the very closed circle of the greatest champagnes. A tribute and exceptional cuvée, celebrating the finest harvests of the estate. Produced exclusively from grand cru chardonnays , Dom Ruinart honors the emblematic grape variety of Maison Ruinart. This champagne marks the beginning of the vintage, under the sign of freshness and change. Dom Ruinart surprises us with its richness and balance due to the know-how during the blending of these great chardonnays. The sustained flavors of this vintage, combined with a great aromatic intensity, offer many perceptions of pairings. An elegant and modern sensation emerges for a fine tasting of one of the finest champagnes of the House.
The first vintage since the 1960s to see tirage under natural cork in lieu of crown caps, the 2010 Dom Ruinart Blanc de Blancs was disgorged in November 2021. It's showing nicely, over-performing for the vintage, displaying aromas of yellow orchard fruit, toasted nuts, spices, smoke, dried white flowers, and iodine. Medium to full-bodied, pillowy, and layered, with impressive concentration and chalky structure, it concludes with a long, saline finish.
Disgorged in April 2019, the 2009 Dom Ruinart Blanc de Blancs continues to drink very well, bursting with aromas of crisp stone fruit, confit citrus, wheat toast, bee pollen and smoky reduction. Medium to full-bodied, fleshy and charming, it's a pillowy, giving Champagne with excellent depth at the core, tangy structuring acids and a saline finish. Admirers of the Ruinart style will love it.
Disgorged in November 2017 with five grams per liter dosage, the 2007 Dom Ruinart Blanc de Blancs opens in the glass with a lively bouquet of citrus oil, warm bread, green apple and oyster shell, linden and beeswax. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, taut and chiseled, with a taut and concentrated core, racy acids and a long, chalky finish.
The 24th rendition of this cuvée since its debut with the 1969, the 2006 Dom Ruinart Blanc de Blancs is showing well, bursting with aromas of blanched almonds, confit citrus, fresh pastry, smoke, and iodine. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, satiny, and enveloping, with a broad attack but sappy balancing acids, the warm vintage making for a textural, vinous wine that nonetheless concludes with a chalky, precise finish.
Characterised by a brilliant straw yellow colour and a particularly fine and persistent bubbles, this champagne expresses itself on the nose with a very soft and elegant airy bouquet. Its notes, fresh and delicate, complemented by aromas and lightly toasted brioches, are typical of the Dom Ruinart style. The finish, characterized by a pleasant citrus note, gives a silky and refreshing acidity.
The 2004 Dom Ruinart Blanc de Blancs offers up notes of of sweet citrus oil, toasted nuts, dried white flowers, and smoke, followed by a medium to full-bodied, creamy, and textural palate underpinned by lively acids and concluding with a saline finish. The 2004 is more classically proportioned than the 2006, but it doesn't possess quite as much depth or concentration.
The 1998 Brut Blanc de Blancs Dom Ruinart, on the other hand, is breath-taking. This beautiful, precise wine flows with an array of smoke, toastiness, ripe Chardonnay fruit and minerals. The 1998 is a wonderfully open, at times highly expressive Dom Ruinart that nevertheless appears to have the freshness and vibrancy to age well for several years.
The pointed, refined finish leaves a lasting impression. Today the 1998 remains painfully young and austere, especially after it sits in the glass a while. This is a terrific effort from Ruinart and Chef de Caves Frederic Panaiotis.
Ruinart Blanc de Blancs is a prestigious champagne from the renowned house of Ruinart. This exquisite sparkling wine is crafted exclusively from Chardonnay grapes, resulting in a delicate and elegant taste profile. Expect a fine balance of citrus notes, floral aromas, and a hint of minerality that culminate in a crisp and refreshing finish. The Blanc de Blancs is characterized by its purity and finesse, making it a perfect choice for special celebrations and intimate gatherings. Pair this champagne with oysters, seafood, or light appetizers to enhance its subtle flavors and elevate your dining experience.
