Louis Roederer Champagne Cristal Rose 2014

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Product Description: Cristal Rose is Champagne at its most finely tuned. The 2014 release from Louis Roederer balances the generosity of ripe Pinot Noir with the precision of grand cru Chardonnay, drawn from the house’s historic holdings in Aÿ, Avize and Mesnil-sur-Oger. Vinified partly in oak and without malolactic fermentation, it is a cuvee shaped for clarity and longevity. The infusion” method, where Pinot Noir undergoes a brief maceration before blending, brings delicacy to the colour and fragrance. After several years resting on lees, it emerges with an elegance that is quietly powerful, its pale salmon hue and persistent mousse signalling both finesse and depth. This is a wine made for the long arc of ageing, yet already poised in its expression. Tasting Notes NOSE – Pure red fruit Wild raspberries, redcurrants and cherries layered with almonds, dried flowers, spice and citrus zest. PALATE – Silky yet taut A generous opening of ripe fruit evolves into a more chiselled frame of acidity, with flavours of red berries, brioche and a saline undertone. FINISH – Mineral length Long and resonant with chalky freshness, lingering red fruit and a savoury, iodine edge. Reviews & Accolades Extremely subtle and delicate with an enveloping nose of tiny red berries and dried flowers; fabulous velvety texture; fine mousse; significant structure and ageing potential.” – James Suckling, 98 points Aromas of sweet cherries, almonds, citrus and red berries; full-bodied, fleshy and enveloping with a pillowy mousse and long mineral finish.” – William Kelley, Wine Advocate, 97 points Sizzles with energy; finely cut, crystalline and vibrant; chalk, mint, white flowers, cranberry and blood orange. A long life ahead.” – Vinous, 97+ points Purity, precision, a smoky red berry touch with sea salt and iodine in the finish. Concentrated and precise, yet not at peak.” – Falstaff, 98 points Finer Details: Style – Champagne Varietal – Pinot Noir, Chardonnay Country – France Region – Champagne Vintage – 2014 Bottle Size – 750ml ABV – 12.5% Closure – Cork