Louis Roederer Cristal 2014
Grape varieties: 60% Pinot Noir, 40% Chardonnay
Aging: Partial ageing in large oak vats (foudres).
Colour: Intense golden colour, bright and luminous.
Aroma: Intense, fragrant bouquet of great purity. Concentrated and candied citrus fruit mingle delicately with notes of grain and lightly roasted almonds. The lovely sensation of big ripe fruit is balanced and lifted by energetic fresh tangy overtones.
Flavour: Fruity palate with a silky texture, complemented by soft bubbles that are perfectly integrated and deliciously elegant. The purity and perfection of the ripe yellow fruit melt into the intense chalky freshness, typical of Cristal, that is both powdery and saline.
Serve: 11⁰
Consumption: Immediate or storage.
Harmonisation: The champagne par excellence for accompanying gourmet cuisine. It's the perfect match for white meats, but also reveals its full potential when served with lobster.
Enology: Jean-Claude Rouzaud
Awards and Notes:
- Robert Parker – 96/100
- James Suckling – 99/100
- Jancis Robinson – 17,5++/20
- Decanter– 95/100
- Wine Spectator – 98/100
