Louis Roederer

Cristal 2015 | Bottle 75cl - Presentation pack

Description

The 2015 Cristal vintage from Louis Roederer is the perfect blend of intense aromatics and exceptional finesse. This champagne, with a chalky temperament, reveals notes of yellow fruits mixed with a hint of citrus.

The making of the 2015 Cristal vintage from Louis Roederer

The year 2015 fits perfectly into the continental trend of the decade with a mild and humid winter and a hot and dry summer. The maturation, thanks to a cool end of summer, will give birth to juicy, ripe, and concentrated grapes, a spectacular vintage. The year 2015 is also remarkable in Champagne for another reason. It coincides with its inscription on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

The 2015 Cristal vintage is a blend of 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay, of which 25% were vinified in wood. The main crus used include Verzenay, Verzy, Beaumont-sur-Vesle, Ay, Avize, Mesnil-sur-Oger, and Cramant, some of the most beautiful terroirs in the region. Malolactic fermentation was blocked to preserve a beautiful freshness, tension, and great aging potential. The 2015 Cristal from the house of champagne Roederer is dosed at 7 g/L, bringing a touch of indulgence to the wine.

Tasting the 2015 Cristal vintage from Louis Roederer

• Color

  This champagne is adorned with a deep yellow color, with brilliant highlights and its effervescence is ultra-fine and dynamic.

• Nose

  On the nose, the bouquet is intense and concentrated in aromas of white peach and mirabelle plum associated with a delicious roasted reduction that takes the form of notes of hazelnuts and roasted almonds. It is a complex marriage between the notes of almond, harvest, and pollen of Chardonnay and the juicy red fruits of Pinot Noir.

• Palate

  On the palate, the wine is concentrated, energetic, and vibrant. The texture is silky, almost oily, with soft flavors of candied citrus and iodized spices, then tightens with a pure, precise, and chiseled freshness. The finish is salivating, supported by slightly woody, sap-like, and saline notes that give a simultaneous sensation of delicacy and concentration!

Pairing suggestions

Appetizers

• Fresh oysters with a touch of lemon
• Smoked salmon blini with crème fraîche
• Mini foie gras tartlets

Main courses

• Roasted turbot with beurre blanc sauce
• Lamb rack with Provence herbs
• Truffle risotto

Desserts

• Vanilla macarons
• Red fruit tartlets
• Classic mille-feuille

The price of the 2015 Cristal bottle from Louis Roederer

The price of the 2015 Cristal bottle from Louis Roederer is 329,95 €. This price is justified by the exceptional quality of this vintage, its meticulous elaboration, and its impressive aging potential. The 2015 Cristal champagne will delight champagne lovers seeking an exceptional product.

Reviews of the 2015 Cristal from Louis Roederer

The reviews of the 2015 Cristal from Louis Roederer are unanimously laudatory. Customers praise its finesse, its perfect balance between freshness and aromatic intensity, as well as its extraordinary aging potential. This champagne is often described as an ideal choice for special occasions, where every detail counts.

Storing the 2015 Cristal vintage from Louis Roederer

To fully enjoy the 2015 Cristal, it is recommended to store it in a cool place, away from light, with a stable temperature. This champagne has excellent aging potential. The wine will improve over many years, and it is quite possible to keep it at least until 2038. However, if you wish to enjoy it in its full youth, it is already ready to offer an exceptional sensory experience.

The Louis Roederer style

The house of Louis Roederer is synonymous with elegance and precision. Under the expert direction of their cellar master Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon, the house continues to create champagnes of great complexity and unparalleled finesse. The Roederer style is also marked by a great respect for the personality of each vintage.