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Wine Description
The Story
Collection 243 NV is based from the 2018 vintage. The year was a warm, continental and truly unique vintage. Summer set many new records in terms of heat, drought and sunshine levels. The Pinot noirs displayed a luxurious texture whilst the Chardonnays were dense and saline where harvested at perfect ripeness and the Meuniers were intensely fruity. The harvests began on 27 August and ended on 8 September.
This 243nd Blend includes:
- Perpetual Reserve - 31% (2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016,2017)
- Reserve Wines Aged in Oak - 10% (2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016,2017)
- 2018 Vintage - 59%
Wine Information
Discover the all new Cuvée Brut from Maison LOUIS ROEDERER : the cuvée Collection. In the endless pursuit of perfection and sustainable methods, Maison LOUIS ROEDERER created the cuvée Collection 243. 243 stands for the 243rd blend of the Maison.
It is elaborated from the 2018 harvest, and completed with 10% of reserve wines raised in wood casks and sourced from plot’s selections (2009, 2011, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017), and 34% of Maison LOUIS ROEDERER’s perpetual reserve.
This multi-vintage champagne is created every year, it remains unique and is always faithful to the style of Roederer. This cuvée is composed of 42% Chardonnay, 36% Pinot Noir and 22% Meunier, it's just the perfect champagne to discover this great Maison de Champagne.
The blend of Collection 243 is mainly based on Chardonnay, which is marvelous for the 2018 harvest. The nose unveils sugared and riped fruits aromas together with woody notes. The palate is generous, voluptuous and juicy, and offers a very fresh final.
As cuvée Collection 243 is extremely fine and fresh, it is perfect for the aperitif. Moreover, its richness matches delicate dishes such as fishes and seashells.