Champagne Louis Roederer `Cristal` 2002
Country
France
Producer
Champagne Louis Roederer
Grape(s)
Pinot Noir (55%)
Chardonnay (45%)
Type
Sparkling
Style
Fizz
Oaked Style
Unoaked
Body Style
Full bodied
Dry/Sweet Style
Bone dry
Alcohol Content
12%
Closure Style
Cork
Organic/Biodynamic
Biodynamic
Sustainable
Yes-certified sustainable
Vegetarian/Vegan
Vegetarian
Yes
Vegan
Yes
Allergens
Sulphites
Yes
Milk
No
Egg
No
Producer
Louis Roederer is one of the largest independent Champagne Houses, owned by the same family since 1776. The house owns some 200 hectares of vineyards, all of which are Grand Cru or Premier Cru. 70% of the wine from Brut Premier comes from a base vintage (currently 2010) and the other 30% comes from Roederer`s reserve. The wines are matured for three years in the cellar on its lees and is then rested for six months after disgorgement. It has a dosage of between 10 and 11g/l which is adapted to each vintage.
Tasting Notes
The luxury cuvee `Cristal` was created at the request of Tsar Alexander II in 1876, presented in the clear crystal glass bottle. This is a vintage champagne of sublime elegance blended from 45% Chardonnay and 55% Pinot Noir. Only produced in great years. The palate is sensual and fleshy with fine mineral notes underlying a delicate and finely balanced fruit.It has been aged on its lees for six years evolving a generous creamy palate with remarkable balance and finesse. A truly remarkable champagne!
Food
Suited to elegant and delicate foods. Great with Caviar, Scallops, Lobster and Crayfish. Also just sublime as an elegant aperitif.
