Moët & Chandon Brut Champagne Cuvée Dom Pérignon 1999

95 points Richard Juhlin: "(52% Pinot Noir, 48% Chardonnay). An absolutely fabulous big and broad-shouldered suit with juicy exotic fruit and almost 76 essens sense and fullness. A real fruit bomb that will bring joy to many generations of wine lovers. The funny thing is that the wine, despite its sweet softness, does not even have a trace of Dom Pérignon's typical roasted character so far. The most important explanation for this is probably the short time after the discorgement, but also paradoxically the fine oiliness of the wine which makes it difficult for the roasted aromas to penetrate. (Sep 2023)"

94 points Jasper Morris, MW (Inside Burgundy): "A ripe Dom Perignon that was easy to love in its youth, with its exotic-yellow fruit and low acidity. Many feared for its longevity, yet those fears have proved unfounded. After navigating an awkward phase (when the bouquet became redolent of caramel toffee), the wine has shed weight and returned to fruit. Now, a generous, mouth-filling Champagne, showing oily viscosity from mature Chardonnay. I'd drink up soon, but still very good indeed. (2/25/23)"

94 points Bettane & Desseauve's Guide to the Wines of France: "Supple and delicate, this is a superb Champagne with very tiny bubbles and a taffeta-like body that exhales subtle aromas of citrus, toast, and red fruit. Perfectly worthy of its mythical status! (2011)"

93 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "These four vintages of Dom Pérignon provide a fascinating snapshot of how the house has performed in recent years. The 1999 Dom Pérignon is a little flabbier than the 2000. Smoke, toastiness, tar and ripe fruit emerge from the glass in a generous, expansive style. The 1999 offers more body than the 2000 but the aromas and flavors are less well-articulated. This is a relatively simple Dom Pérignon, yet the wine possesses outstanding balance and plenty of harmony. According to Chef de Caves Richard Geoffroy the warm vintage also resulted in relatively high yields, and the low-acid style is most reminiscent of the 1976. Drink: 2013-2024. (Jan 2009)"

93 points Josh Raynolds (International Wine Cellar): "Green-tinted gold. Tightly wound lime and pink grapefruit aromas open slowly to reveal a gently smoky mineral and floral character, with a light kiss of green cardamom adding interest. Very fresh on the palate, with youthful citrus and green apple flavors giving way to slightly riper blood orange and pear. Finishes firm and dry, with serious grip. This only hints at its potential, and I'd advise anyone drinking it for what's in the bottle rather than on the label to stash it away for at least another five years, minimum. (Nov/Dec 2007)"

93 points Wine News: "Flinty aromas of pear, yeast and light toast. Rather sweet right up front followed by ginger, apple and ripe peach flavors. The sweetness continues in the close with a hefty lick of marzipan. (Dec 2007/Jan 2008)"