Louis Roederer
Cristal Champagne
750 ml
Flavors of stoned fruits, crystallized citrus peel, fresh almonds and sweet blossom. 12% ABV
Flavors of stoned fruits, crystallized citrus peel, fresh almonds and sweet blossom. 12% ABV
Both rich and powerful with flavors of ripe fruits and a final edgy texture. 12% ABV.
2009 VINTAGE ONLY; 97 PTS, WINE ENTHUSIAST - "The latest incarnation of this famous Champagne now comes from Roederer's own vineyards, a good portion of which are run on biodynamic lines. This still-young wine has great depth and richness, a beautiful balance between ripe fruit and crisp texture that make it alive, crisp and bright. As it matures, it will deepen and become even more intense."
Wine Spectator-It???s graceful and ethereal in style, with beautiful interplay between the firm backbone of acidity, the soft, silky mousse, and the full flavor range.
Ripe fruits; white fruit (Pear Williams) and vineyard peach combined with more acid citrus zest notes; dried fruit prolonged by toasted notes; fruity notes are juicy and full-bodied, and become red (f
Cristal Rose is a beautifully balanced wine that exudes elegance as well as richness; drier than past vintage's of Cristal Rose; loads of red fruit and crisp acidity.
93 PTS WINE SPECTATOR. Floral, citrus & spice aromas & flavors are at the forefront of this filigree, delicate '04 Cristal. Harmonious & well defined, with a long aftertaste of roasted nut & toast.
97 PTS WINE ADVOCATE. The '04 is a powerful, structured Cristal layered with considerable fruit. This vintage has come together beautifully & is shaping up to be a truly great, monumental Champagne.
97+ PTS WILFRED WONG. A formidable wine from a vintage with fine aging ability, the outstanding '99 Louis Roederer Cristal exhibits superb green apple, mineral flavors; bracing and persistent.
91 PTS WILFRED WONG. The Louis Roederer Brut Premier is always a richer style Champagne in terms of full fruitiness and layered textures on the palate; this is first-rate effort.