Granite, white grape, and lemon on the nose with richness and focus on the palate. Super length. This is greater, may give 08 a run for its money. Went back for a couple more cases! Added this to WOTY. Great way to end 2022.
It just depends on what you are looking for. I only buy Dom in the strongest vintages. I remember when purchasing the 2002 on release and trying a bottle, I thought that this is good but I’ve had Champagnes recently at half the price that I enjoyed as much. But I had confidence that it would improve and have not been disappointed.
Yeah, the 02 transformation has been profound. I had so many disappointing experiences. And then it blossomed and it has been superb for quite some time.
This is so painful to read. I bought this on release and never had anything better than a good bottle. Most them had an angry streak of acid and lime. A few years ago I sold every remaining bottle, as well as the '02 rosé. Financially is was a good deal, but I buy Dom to drink and now I have to live with seller’s remorse.
I liked 02 on release and have opened a couple recently and it’s gotten better. I have about as much 02 as I have 12 plus some mags which I’m happy about.
P2 is a bit tighter and less generous on the palate. Both have some nice floral notes though. P2 is fabulous, a bit of a step up in complexity and focus though although the 2002 is also great.
Had the ‘02 P2 last night and it was fabulous. Drank it over 4-5 hours and the last sip at midnight was so intense and an endless finish. Jon I have a couple cases of the ‘02 and a case of the P2 so will share at a future dinner!
Looking forward to trying out the ‘12 very soon…