Louis Roederer Champagne Brut Cristal 2016
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Crafted from vineyards that are meticulously run using organic methods, the Louis Roederer Champagne Brut Cristal 2016 is an iconic expression of refined luxury. This vintage presents a beautiful evolution, blending precision with texture and a mineral undertone. It offers a vibrant mousse that dances on the palate while showcasing depth and complexity. The wine is just beginning to soften, revealing a balanced maturity that makes it a pleasure to drink now, though it also has the potential for further aging.
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Bottle details
| Type | Champagne |
|---|---|
| Brand | Louis Roederer |
| Origin | Champagne, France |
| Strength | 12% ABV (24 proof) |
| Bottle size | 750 ml |
| Made from | Pinot Noir and Chardonnay |
Why Liquor Geeks recommends it
This is vintage Champagne from Louis Roederer, built from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grown in vineyards farmed with organic methods, and the 2016 is a vintage well worth knowing. The tasting notes read like a pastry case and a citrus grove at once: apple and blackberry fruit over patisserie, then grated ginger, blood orange granita, salted Marcona almonds and a thread of anise, finishing on a minerally note. Chiseled acidity and a fine, pointillist mousse keep the ample, dense attack in balance, with Pinot Noir from Verzenay lending sweetness and lift. Toast, almond paste, candied fruit, white chocolate and caramel fill in the layers as it opens. It suits the collector laying down a vintage and the celebrant who wants something extraordinary in the glass tonight, since the wine is just beginning to soften yet has room to age further. We carry it because it rewards both patience and a special occasion so generously, and because it pairs as gracefully with oysters as it does with almond cake.
Pairs well with
- Oysters and caviar — The wine's chiseled acidity and minerally finish echo the briny salinity of oysters and caviar.
- Almond cake or lemon tart — Notes of almond paste, salted Marcona almonds and blood orange granita mirror the nutty and citrus flavors of these desserts.
- Milestone anniversary celebration — Its layered complexity of toast, candied fruit and white chocolate gives a once-in-a-while toast the depth it deserves.
Questions about this bottle
What grapes go into Cristal 2016?
What grapes go into Cristal 2016?
Cristal 2016 is a blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from vineyards run using organic methods. Pinot Noir from Verzenay contributes sweetness and acidity that balance the wine's ample, dense attack.
Should I drink it now or cellar it?
Should I drink it now or cellar it?
The wine is just beginning to soften, revealing a balanced maturity that makes it a pleasure to drink now. It also has the potential for further aging, so it works whether you open it soon or lay it down.
What does it taste like?
What does it taste like?
Expect patisserie notes with apple and blackberry fruit, grated ginger, blood orange granita, salted Marcona almonds and hints of anise, leading to a minerally finish. Candied fruit, almond paste, toast, white chocolate and caramel add further layers, all lifted by chiseled acidity and a vibrant mousse.
What size and strength is this bottle?
What size and strength is this bottle?
This is a standard 750 ml bottle of Champagne from the Champagne region of France, bottled at 12.0% ABV.
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