Louis Roederer Cristal Vinothèque 2002
A monumental Champagne in terms of charisma, complexity, and stylistic rigor. The olfactory profile alternates between notes of sophisticated pastry and candied fruit with mineral and balsamic hints of extreme refinement. On the palate, it is dense, savory, and characterized by a masterful balance between mature fruitiness and still vibrant acidity. A showcase of style that represents the absolute pinnacle of the Roederer collection.
Louis Roederer Cristal Vinothèque 2002
The Cristal Vinothèque 2002 by Louis Roederer is a monumental work, the culmination of research on extreme longevity conducted by Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon. This "Vinothèque" version benefits from extended aging (about 10-12 years on the lees followed by another 7-10 years of sur pointe rest after disgorgement), based on the 2002 vintage, considered one of the most perfect in the modern history of Champagne for its balance between maturity and acidity. On the nose, it is a concert of rare elegance: clear notes of candied citrus, dried apricot, and orange blossom blend with deep scents of smoke, cocoa powder, white truffle, chestnut honey, and a mineral trail reminiscent of iodine and flint. On the palate, it is sumptuous and three-dimensional;The entry is broad, dominated by a dense, creamy, and silky texture that extends towards a savory, endless finish with an interminable aromatic persistence, characterized by an aristocratic balsamic freshness that defies the laws of time.
TECHNICAL PROFILE
· Producer: Louis Roederer
· Origin: Francia
· Blend: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Meunier
· Denomination: Champagne AOC
· ABV: 12%
· Vintage: 2002
SERVING GUIDE
· Temperature: 6-8°C
· Glass: Flute o Tulipano
· Decanting: Not required
· Cellaring: 2-10 years
· Body: Medium (★★★☆☆)
FOOD PAIRING
· Oysters, Caviar, Raw seafood, Fried food
Louis Roederer Cristal Vinothèque 2002
The Cristal Vinothèque 2002 by Louis Roederer is a monumental work, the culmination of research on extreme longevity conducted by Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon. This "Vinothèque" version benefits from extended aging (about 10-12 years on the lees followed by another 7-10 years of sur pointe rest after disgorgement), based on the 2002 vintage, considered one of the most perfect in the modern history of Champagne for its balance between maturity and acidity. On the nose, it is a concert of rare elegance: clear notes of candied citrus, dried apricot, and orange blossom blend with deep scents of smoke, cocoa powder, white truffle, chestnut honey, and a mineral trail reminiscent of iodine and flint. On the palate, it is sumptuous and three-dimensional;The entry is broad, dominated by a dense, creamy, and silky texture that extends towards a savory, endless finish with an interminable aromatic persistence, characterized by an aristocratic balsamic freshness that defies the laws of time.
TECHNICAL PROFILE
· Producer: Louis Roederer
· Origin: Francia
· Blend: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Meunier
· Denomination: Champagne AOC
· ABV: 12%
· Vintage: 2002
SERVING GUIDE
· Temperature: 6-8°C
· Glass: Flute o Tulipano
· Decanting: Not required
· Cellaring: 2-10 years
· Body: Medium (★★★☆☆)
FOOD PAIRING
· Oysters, Caviar, Raw seafood, Fried food
