Cristal Louis Roederer

November 18, 2009

They are famous for their tete de cuvee, Cristal. Cristal is the crown jewel of Champagne Louis Roederer and was created in 1876 for the Tsar Alexander II of Russia. It remains faithful to its origin, inspired by elegance and purity. Cristal is produced with regimented standards of winemaking that require a rigorous selection of crus, vintages, grapes, and wine. It is produced using only the finest vintages from crus guaranteed to originate from the Louis Roederer vineyard. All the exceptional characteristics of the 2002 vintage have literally been captured in the 2002, which is generous and lush, revealing perfect balance between concentration and finesse, freshness and vinosity, intensity and refinement. In three words: proud, rich and luxurious. Reviews: Wine Enthusiast - 98 points: This is an exceptional wine, as is the vintage. The fruits - grapefruit, crisp red apple - balance with a fine yeasty character. There is a great depth of flavor, the fruits going in a pure line of freshness. The one problem is that it is much too young, the result of the deamnd from the market for the next vintage. Age this wine for at least four years. Wine Advocate - 96+ points: The 2002 Cristal is a gorgeous, sculpted wine of extraordinary elegance. Graceful, well-delineated aromatics lead to ripe pears, spices, flowers, minerals and mint in this precise Champagne. ...The wine remains fresh and in need of several years of cellaring before it hits its stride. Connoissuers' Guide - 96 points: Its Pinot Noir portion notwithstanding, this wine has a crisp, chalky, lightly citrusy, lightly toasty aroma that is more than a little bit suggestive of an elegant Blanc de Blancs. And perhaps that is its secret. It is an incredibly refined yet deep wine whose suggestions of roasted soy and caramel are kept as complex nuances within a well-filled, refreshing, crisp set of flavors and a graceful, lengthy aftertaste. Wine Spectator - 92 points A suave customer, with hints of citrus, berry and coffee. Harmonious and refined, with freshness and a bright structure. The finish shows a lot of potential, with a mouthwatering aftertaste. Better than previously reviewed. Drink now through 2030. Wine and Spirits - 100 points: "What's always struck me about Cristal is that it is a Grower's wine. This is always completely estate." - Josh Greene, publisher of Wine and Spirits Magazine. 9.23.09 Cristal is available; no strings, no games. Here is the pricing: 2002 750ml - $275.00 2002 1.5 Liter - $650.00 1999 - 3 Liter - $3000.00 Cristal Rose is available; no strings, no games. Here is the pricing: 2000 750ml - $600.00 (IWC94. WE96)

DESCRIPTION	COUNTRY	BOTTLE SIZE	CONDITIONS	QTY	PRICE	ADD TO CART
2002 Louis Roederer Cristal Louis Roederer	France	750ml		4	275.00
2002 Louis Roederer Cristal Magnum Louis Roederer	France	Magnum		3	650.00
1999 Louis Roederer Cristal 3 ltr Louis Roederer	France	3 Ltr		1	3000.00
2000 Louis Roederer Cristal Brut Rose Louis Roederer	France	750ml		1	600.00