Dom Perignon, French monk and cellarer
Dom Perignon (1638-1715), French Benedictine monk who is often (incorrectly) credited with the invention of sparkling champagne. He pioneered many wine production methods in his home region of Champagne, while serving as cellarer at the Abbey of Hautvillers
Picture No
11065918
Media ID
46162168
Size
3374px x 5382px
(2.5MB)
Credit
The Roseries Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Source
Statue belonging to the house of Moet & Chandon, reproduced on a postcard
Date
circa 1910s
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