Cristal 2018

In this vintage of ripeness and volume, Louis Roederer sought freshness and vivacity by exceptionally incorporating into the cuvée wines from 12 plots that are not usually part of Cristal. Chardonnays from the house’s Blanc de Blancs estate and Pinot Noirs from slightly younger vines lend their energy to this fruit-bomb Cristal. The colour shows a deep golden hue. The nose is soft, exuberantly fruity and fragrant, oozing floral, candy and orchard fruit tones. Open and accessible, it conveys a sense of transparency and crystalline fruit purity. On the lush, textured palate, it is almost chewy, yet perfectly lifted by the brisk backbone of Chardonnay freshness and chalky finesse. Rather horizontal in character, it is highly expressive, showing a personality of its o