The Georgian at Harrods debuts a Dom Pérignon tasting experience featuring rare vintages, elegant pairings and expert service in a refined setting.
The Georgian restaurant at Harrods has launched a Dom Pérignon experience that puts some of the champagne house’s most celebrated vintages at the centre of its offering. The new service aims to reframe how champagne is presented in a dining setting, focusing on depth, nuance and provenance.
A Champagne Flight with Perspective
The highlight is the Dom Pérignon Tasting Flight and Caviar Pairing. For £65, guests are served three vintages: the 2015, the 2013, and the 2012 (the latter poured from magnum), each offered as a 75ml pour. It’s a chance to track Dom Pérignon’s winemaking through the years, seeing how each vintage reflects changing conditions and techniques.
For £105, the flight comes with 10g of Oscietra caviar, presented with warm crumpets, sour cream and chives. It’s a small, considered pairing that underscores the level of detail that has gone into designing this experience.
A Look at Individual Vintages
The 2015 vintage is available separately at £35 for a 125ml glass or £210 for a bottle. It pairs neatly with Carlingford oysters dressed in Cabernet Sauvignon vinegar pearls.
The 2012, served from magnum, comes in at £45 per 125ml or £550 by the bottle. Serving from magnum, aside from the visual impact, offers a slower ageing process, contributing to greater complexity in the glass.
At the top end, guests can explore the 2004 P2, Dom Pérignon’s second plénitude. This bottle is priced at £105 per 125ml or £600 per bottle and is designed to show the champagne at a later, more evolved stage in its life.
There’s also the 2009 Rosé, priced at £85 per 125ml or £480 per bottle, which illustrates Dom Pérignon’s approach to rosé as a distinct expression rather than a variation on the classic.
Oysters and Pairing Logic
The oyster pairing options are structured around the 2015 vintage. Guests can order a glass with two Carlingford oysters for £45 or go for the full bottle and six oysters at £235. These combinations are designed to underline the interplay between champagne’s mineral structure and the natural salinity of the oysters, with the vinegar pearls adding acidity and edge.
Accompaniments from the Terrace Menu
Alongside the champagne, The Georgian has also introduced a set of small bites available on the terrace. These are £5 to £14 each or £20 for all three.
The seasonal tart, featuring caramelised onion, Godminster Cheddar, toasted buckwheat and green apple, is priced at £5 and designed as a vegetarian-friendly option that still holds up to the champagne.
The Cinco Jotas 5J Iberian ham, at £14, offers a bold contrast. Aged for 36 months, its intensity matches the layered character of the wine. Finally, the Nocellara del Belice olives (£5) serve as a lighter counterpoint with clean salinity and a creamy finish.
The Setting and Service
The Georgian is one of Harrods’ flagship restaurants and occupies a space that bridges old-world formality with modern precision. Service here is attentive and informed, with staff trained to guide guests through each vintage’s characteristics.
The champagne is served at correct temperature, in the appropriate glassware, and presented with the kind of unobtrusive care that lets the wine do the talking. The magnum of 2012, for example, is poured tableside, adding a sense of occasion without veering into theatrics.
Dom Pérignon’s Vintage Commitment
Dom Pérignon’s presence at The Georgian underlines the house’s identity as a vintage-only producer. Each release is the result of one year’s harvest, with no blending from other vintages. This approach means no release in difficult years, reinforcing the idea that each bottle must meet the house’s exacting standards or not be produced at all.
That philosophy is reflected in the range available at The Georgian. Whether it’s the youthful 2015, the refined P2 2004, or the expressive 2009 Rosé, each bottle shows a different side of the house’s thinking.
Looking Ahead
The terrace tart’s use of seasonal ingredients hints at a broader intent to evolve the offering throughout the year. As new vintages are released or new pairings developed, The Georgian seems poised to adapt the experience accordingly.
The menu also references personalisation services for Dom Pérignon, pointing to future opportunities for bespoke offerings and private experiences.
Final Word
The Dom Pérignon collection at The Georgian is not just about drinking fine champagne. It’s about understanding what makes each vintage distinct, and how to present that difference in a setting that respects the product and the guest.
Rather than pushing champagne as a luxury item, The Georgian treats it as something to be appreciated properly. By offering multiple vintages, expert pairings, and a setting that matches the level of the wine, Harrods has created a platform for guests to experience Dom Pérignon as the house itself might intend.
