Louis Roederer

Collection 245 | Bottle 75cl - Box

The Louis Roederer Collection 245 champagne, presented here in a bottle with a case, embodies the perfect balance between fruity richness and salty freshness. From the 2020 harvest, this velvety and intense champagne reveals a contemporary expression of the Roederer style, perfect for a high-end aperitif or an exceptional meal.

The production of the Collection 245 Louis Roederer champagne

This cuvée is an ode to the stylistic freedom and sustainable expertise of the Roederer house. The blend of the Collection 245 is based on three pillars: grapes from the 2020 harvest, a perpetual reserve (initiated in 2012) and reserve wines aged in wood.

• 41% Chardonnay: brings elegance, tension and minerality.
• 35% Pinot Noir: provides structure, intensity and complexity.
• 24% Meunier: adds roundness and fruity smoothness.

The terroir

The Collection 245 is made from equal parts of the house's vineyards:

• La Rivière: Marne Valley, rich and fruity expression.
• La Montagne: Montagne de Reims, structure and density.
• La Côte: Côte des Blancs, salty tension and chalky finesse.

These terroirs are complemented by grapes from plots selected in the "Heart of the Terroir" by partner winegrowers who share the same high standards of quality.

Vinification

The blend is based on:

• 55% of the 2020 harvest, a sunny and consistent vintage.
• 35% from our permanent reserve ( 2012-2019), for freshness and complexity.
• 10% reserve wines aged in wood (2010, 2013, 2015, 2017-2019), giving the Roederer patina.

The champagne undergoes partial malolactic fermentation (22%) and is dosed at 7 g/l, in Brut. The result: a creamy texture, vibrant freshness and a salty finish.

The 2020 vintage

A mild, wet winter followed by a hot summer punctuated by moderate heat waves produced grapes of great maturity. The rainy month of June re-balanced the growing season. The harvest, which took place from August 22 to September 11, 2020, produced rich, balanced, and precise wines. The Collection 245 is not strictly speaking a vintage, as it blends wines from 2020 with reserve wines. Discover our vertical tasting of the Roederer Collections

Tasting of the cuvée

• Color

  The color of the "Collection 245" cuvée is golden, bright and brilliant, enlivened by regular and lively effervescence.

• Nose

  The nose reveals intense aromas of nectarine, concentrated lemon and aniseed, complemented by a smoky, floral and spicy touch.

• Palate

  On the palate, this champagne is full-bodied, juicy and velvety, with creamy, salty bubbles. The long, chiseled and slightly woody finish prolongs the sensation of powdery freshness.

Serving suggestions

Appetizer bites

• Rosemary and olive focaccia
• Mushroom gougères
• Mini marinated shrimp skewers

Maindishes

• Poultry stuffed with herbs
• Sea bream fillet with citrus emulsion
• Green asparagus risotto

Desserts

• Thin caramelized apple tart
• Lemon verbena cream
• Pistachio financier

Store this champagne

Store this bottle in a dark, cool (10 to 12°C), stable temperature. Lay flat, away from direct light and vibrations. A cellar or deep cupboard is ideal.

Aging potential

Thanks to its balanced profile and structure, the Collection 245 cuvée can be kept for 6 to 8 years, gaining complexity and aromatic depth.

When to drink?

Perfect for a romantic dinner, an elegant reception, or a refined gift. Its universal and modern style also makes it an excellent introduction to the Roederer style.

Anecdote about this cuvée

Collection 245 reflects the house's ^245th harvest, an original and unique way of dating each cuvée while offering creative freedom to the cellar masters. A numbered identity, but always in the Roederer style.

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