Louis Roederer - Chapagne Cristal Brut 2012 cl75 boxed

Louis Roederer

Louis Roederer - Chapagne Cristal Brut 2012 cl75 boxed

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Description	The most famous of the Maison's wines was created in 1876 to satisfy the demanding tastes of Tsar Alexander II. The Emperor asks Louis Roederer to reserve for him each year the best cuvée of the House, which he particularly appreciates. To accentuate the singularity of this exceptional champagne, a flat-bottomed crystal bottle will be specially created. It will bear the name of this precious material, which enhances its transparency and luminosity. Made only in "great vintages", when the maturity of the Chardonnay (about 40%) and Pinot Noir (about 60%) that compose it is perfect, Cristal ages in the cellar for 6 years and rests for 8 months after disgorgement. Remarkably balanced, Cristal is a linear champagne, with an absolutely unique persistence in the mouth. The velvety texture reveals fruit aromas supported by a mineral power from which notes of white fruits and citrus are released. Cristal is a wine that ages wonderfully. It can be kept for more than twenty years without losing any of its freshness and character. The 2012 vintage is among the most difficult and delicate ever seen in Champagne. Great things often arise from difficulties... Low yields, the result of adverse weather conditions, combined with late-season continental conditions, have allowed the grapes to reach a rare and epic level of ripeness, resulting in rich, full-bodied and structured wines worthy of the greatest Champagne vintages. "A wine of pure pleasure, a wine of great gastronomy, Cristal is delicate and powerful at the same time, yet subtle and precise." Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon, Cellar Master
Grapes used	Chardonnay and Pinot Noir
Origin	France
Color	Golden yellow color, with shimmering reflections. Extremely lively, almost noisy effervescence for its dynamism!
Perfume	Rich and complex bouquet that reveals aromas of fruit acidulous and candied (lemon), citrus notes, where mix pollen (white flower), toasted hazelnut and Madagascar vanilla. With aeration, the bouquet enriched with sweet pastry and smoky notes coming from bottle aging.
Taste	Inviting mouth, concentrated and chalky at the same time same. The incredible tension and aromatic precision they are perfectly chiseled. The attack is powerful, elegant and concentrated, it reveals a silky structure and enveloping, typical of the maturity of the 2012 Pinot Noir.
Graduation	12.0%
Serving temperature	6-8 °C
Food pairings	Splendid as an aperitif and to celebrate important events; it accompanies with a strong character shellfish and raw fish, refined on delicate fish dishes. Also excellent with the whole meal.