Current Vintage: 2016
Grapes: 58% Pinot Noir, 42% Chardonnay
Created in 1876 for Tsar Alexander II, Cristal was the worldâs first CuvĂŠe de Prestige. Crafted from Grands Crus from the Montagne de Reims, the VallĂŠe de la Marne and the CĂ´te des Blancs, and the result of a unique savoir-faire and devotion, this rare champagne is the jewel in the Louis Roederer crown.
The 2016 Cristal comes from carefully selected, biodynamically farmed vineyards, predominantly in the Montagne de Reims and CĂ´te des Blancs. A challenging spring gave way to a warm, dry summer and an excellent harvest, producing grapes with impressive concentration and freshness. Partial oak fermentation and extended ageing on the lees bring complexity while preserving the wine's distinctive purity and energy.
White peach, ripe citrus and golden apple meet toasted brioche, roasted almond and delicate floral notes. The palate is rich yet remarkably precise, with fine, persistent bubbles, vibrant acidity and a chalky, saline finish. Superb with oysters, lobster, scallops or caviar. A magnificent Cristal that is already captivating but promises even greater complexity with time in the cellar.
Jeb Dunnock: 100 Points
12.0% ABV
Organic
Biodynamic
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