Men's advice needed!!

[tracyanns]

I would have to say go ahead and do it...not sure if it is any cheaper than Dom in your area but the only other champagne I found that I can stomach other than Dom is Perrier-Jouet Champagne Cuvee Fleur de Champagne...if it is a bad champage I can't get through the first glass...with these 2, I have gone through 2 bottles...not that I remembered anything else but I MUST have enjoyed it!

[spcopps]

DW is a practical gal, like you OP. She would appreciate the thought, but would rather have that money to gamble with.:D

 

OMGoodness I LOVE your wife. I am a total gambler and would rather have the money for this also :D. Even if DH get the Dom I will still have to get my gambling allowance:eek:

[ManyMore]

I feel the way you would about the money and know my hubby would be disappointed if he thought he had this great gift idea and then I shot him down. Now... you might be able to be creative if you have a good friend and buy a different kind of champagne and ask your friend to give it to you guys BEFORE he buys the Dom and have them say it is from them for your anniversary, perhaps he won't feel the need to buy more?

[keiko618]

Dom is only a waste if you don't know how to appreciate it. I agree, Cliquot is a better money value but you will remember the DP more. And Le Grande Dame is way more than DP at least the postings I've seen. Champagne is the only truly civilized beverage and korbel is sparkling wine. There are gift sets of DP with two nice flutes for same price as the bottle alone if you shop for them. Considering the other options like gambling in a cruise ship casino, you will have better memories with the Dom. Try the 2000 if you can still find it around, a nice more mature bottle to drink right now. If you like Asti, you won't like Dom or Champagne.

[zqvol]

Dh told me last night he was going to get us a bottle Don Perignon for our sail away toast...is this crazy or just me? It will be our 11th anniversary and our 3 kids first cruise. I appreciate the gesture BUT should I tell him to get something cheaper and risk hurting his feelings or should I just let him do what he wants?? I just keep seeing $$$ signs and think of what I could do with that money:rolleyes:

 

11 years and you are worried about hurting his feelings. I am sure that there is something you can do or say that will avoid any hurt feelings before you go. There is not going to be a lot of romance even with Dom, with three children around! Tell him to save it until you get home if nothing else.

[near the beach]

My wife would rather have jewelry.

[spcopps]

11 years and you are worried about hurting his feelings. I am sure that there is something you can do or say that will avoid any hurt feelings before you go. There is not going to be a lot of romance even with Dom, with three children around! Tell him to save it until you get home if nothing else.

 

:D Yep 11 years later and I still don't want to hurt his feelings. Now if I get pi**ed at him that's a different story. He is still very affectionate and even opens doors (including car door) for me and always either grabs my hand or puts his arm around me when walking. He still acts like a school boy when it comes to our relationship and I just don't want to disappoint him because he works very hard to support our family and give myself and the kids everything we need.

[darth frosty]

Well if you like you are allowed to bring a bottle of wine aboard. My new favorite champaigne is vueve clicqoute. Its $40 a bottle and is up there with higher end brands IMO.

 

[Blondie008]

Dom is only a waste if you don't know how to appreciate it. I agree, Cliquot is a better money value but you will remember the DP more. And Le Grande Dame is way more than DP at least the postings I've seen. Champagne is the only truly civilized beverage and korbel is sparkling wine. There are gift sets of DP with two nice flutes for same price as the bottle alone if you shop for them. Considering the other options like gambling in a cruise ship casino, you will have better memories with the Dom. Try the 2000 if you can still find it around, a nice more mature bottle to drink right now. If you like Asti, you won't like Dom or Champagne.

 

DITTO you all the way!

[Snorkel2Much]

I'll 2nd or 3rd the Vueve Clicqout recommendation if you want a decent Champers at a decent price but...........

 

Many guys I know would like to be able to "tell the tale" about the time he splurged and you guys celebrated with a "Bottle of Dom" on a cruise. It doesn't necessarily matter if other, cheaper champagnes may taste just as good to you. It's about the story and the name impact of Dom.

[Relax@Sea]

If he is going to spend the money for the experience these are considered the best vintages of Dom Perignon during the past 30 years 1975, 1979, 1982, 1985, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1993, 1995, and 1996, my personal favorite is 1996 because of the experience I had with Family and Friends on a Cruise that I will never forget.

[Bobblefrog]

Many guys I know would like to be able to "tell the tale" about the time he splurged and you guys celebrated with a "Bottle of Dom" on a cruise. It doesn't necessarily matter if other, cheaper champagnes may taste just as good to you. It's about the story and the name impact of Dom.

 

I have to agree - I'm the girl, not the guy - but I suspect it's the symbolism of the gesture that is striking a chord in him. I remember my first (and only) bottle of Dom. I kept that bottle for years. I couldn't even tell you what it meant - a whole convoluted mess of 'living the good life'.

 

So imho - if you can't let the cost go - and enjoy it 100% (or never ever EVER let it slip you didn't) then best tell him now. It would be so much worse to have him buy it and then realize you didn't approve even if it was just in some corner of your heart.

 

It would turn it on its head so fast and completely into a regret.

 

Course all that said he did TELL you his intentions rather than surprise you...that says partnership to me. He's giving you a chance to object...

 

Good luck!

[cincycruisincouple]

I wouldn't say a word to him. It's something special he wants to do for you. The only brand that matters in this case is Dom. Not value, not taste, or romance. If he wants to celebrate your anniversary on the same ship you honeymooned on with the kids I say let him go for it. How many times will you have a first family cruise? Just this guy's opinion :)

[bjenkins322]

Have you ever drank Dom? Many people are used to sparkling Spumanti's (think Asti Spumanti) and call that champagne. Dom has a completely different taste.

[spcopps]

Have you ever drank Dom? Many people are used to sparkling Spumanti's (think Asti Spumanti) and call that champagne. Dom has a completely different taste.

 

No I have never drank Dom but DHs family is Italian so they drink champagne (along with room temp wine) for every Sunday dinner, every holiday, family gathering or any other time they can celebrate:D. I actually prefer wine but I can drink champagne as well just not as many glasses at once. I guess I will let him get the Dom since as OP mentioned you only have 1 first cruise as a family and then as another OP suggested take the open bottle with us to the dining room. I am going to be taking me a nice bottle of wine with me in my carry on regardless ;)

[Cruisingzs]

[quote name='BeccaBecca1713']Tell him you'd rather use the money to book reservations at the Steakhouse on board, assuming you're cruising on a ship that has one. (for the 2 of you it'd actually be cheaper than the Dom). Kiddies can go to Camp Carnival, O2 etc.... while you're at your special dinner.[/quote]

Great idea! You could get a Moet and Chandon for half the price and it will taste just as good. AND have enough left over for dinner!

Or buy a bottle of Dom in one of your ports and drink it when you get back while looking over photos. We brought back a bottle from St Thomas for much less than the ship'd price.~~~~~ As I said, get a less expensive brand. You won't see a difference;)

[FloridaMimi]

[quote name='near the beach'][FONT=Arial][SIZE=3]My wife would rather have jewelry. [/SIZE][/FONT][/quote]


I agree.:D Why spend $200 on a beverage that when it's gone, it's gone. It doesn't matter what or who's label it has on it. What a waste. Now jewelry or some type of experience or activity where there is actual memories or a tangible item makes more sense. I would fall over in a dead faint:eek: if my DH spent that kind of money on alcohol of any kind. :(:eek:.

[mousey]

[quote name='Alwaysundecided']I would just let him do it. If he is doing this for you as a gesture, even if you would prefer something else, just accept it for what he means it to be. IMO, to him, it seems like it is meant to be something special. Appreciate the meaning behind it and have a wonderful cruise.[/quote]

I totally agree. I would go with the flow and be happy that I had such a romantic guy. I wouldn't take a chance on hurting his feelings for anything or making him feel his gesture is anything less than wonderful! So, think of a great toast and drink up. I'd love to have some "Dom" for my going away party for two!:D

[ham_n_pea_cruisin]

[quote name='jbanana1']This is from a female perspective...Champagne is my favorite drink and what I usually have around the house. I normally drink Korbel Brut, can range anywhere from $10-16 a bottle. Took 2 bottles with me on both my cruises. I have had Dom P. twice and think Korbel is just as good. Another poster mentioned Moen & Chandon which is good also and not as pricey as Dom P.

I would mention to your husband that you appreciate the gesture but have found a couple other champagnes that are just as good and more reasonbly priced and ask him if it would be ok to buy one of those and spend the difference on other things during the cruise.[/quote]

I think this is a very good idea. Often times we think price=quality, like if it cost alot it must be the best or taste the best, that's not always the case. If you are not a regular champagne drinker, then why get it just so you can say you had it. Ask yourself if a $200 bottle is gonna make your day any better than a $20 bottle would or is it just about celebrating and being together? Save the extra money and do a cool excurison with your kids or spending it on a couple family photos onboard:)

[crewsweeper]

Ah a man's man your DH. ;) But unless you are into champagne, DP is a bit overpriced and overrated IMO. If you don't drink much champagne regularly, you probably won't drink it all at sail away. It will lose it's bubbles and not taste as good any more. Tis a waste of 2 bills for sure then.

I've found sail aways to be a bit to hectic to have to fool with going back to the cabin, if not in it unpacking, and open a bottle of something. DODs/beer work great here. Easier to come by and lighter ont he pocketbook.

As previously suggested, on anniversary night, hit the Steakhouse, or maybe the Chef's Menu seating (with wines included) and if DH wants to toast to the anniversary, he can order champagne int he Steakhouse by the glass. It'll be just as good.

Now if he fancies himself as a wine snob and poo-poos even excellent drinkable wine under $50 a bottle, you may have to indulge his fantasy here. If he insists on bringing the DP, however, make sure he buys only the standard bottle or demi bottle (better) and bring sit along with the carry on bags, not packe din the checked luggage. Anything larger, like a magnum will get confiscated by security and maybe returned at the end of the cruise. Likewise any liquor packed in check luggage will be confiscated. I say may be returned at end, as I have heard stories of cruisers not getting their liquor back or the liquor being "lost".

Have a wonderful cruise, what ever you wind up drinking at sail away and Happy Anniversary.:)

[honestguy]

I agree with what others said. If you don't drink it all the time you probably won't enjoy it. I've had it numerous times, and usually turn it down at work when I have a chance to taste it. I feel there are many other champagnes that drink way better for the price.

Also Champagne is something best drank right when its open if you don't have the proper top to keep it.

That being said if hubby is dead set on doing it, and u don't want to hurt his feelings you should be able to get a bottle to take on board right around a 130 bucks current vintage. Best I've ever tasted is the 1996 if you can find it. It is pretty good. Hope this helps.

[ib4cruzn]

Gift horse/mouth.

[slotguy777]

Well although I do like Dom, and I think it is a romantic gesture, I loved the couple message idea! It would be a little more money, but my wife and I have done it and loved it! We now do messages on every cruise, after all a cruise is time to slurge isn't it?

[lucyintheskywithdiamonds]

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[COLOR="DarkOrchid"]Just let it be... he wants to splurge & you're both worth the celebration![[/COLOR]B][/B];)

[valtandc]

I love a good bottle of champagne. Dom is so overpriced and IMO not the best even at half the price point.

Tell him you can't wait to enjoy a nice bottle but get something just as good but much cheaper.

Go for veuve clicquot brut. probably about $40 or less. tasty. yum.