Louis Roederer Cristal Vinothèque 2002

Louis Roederer Cristal Vinothèque 2002 cl 75

Louis Roederer Cristal Vinothèque 2002 represents the pinnacle of Maison Roederer tradition and innovation. After two decades of aging, this limited edition of Cristal presents an unparalleled perfection, with a delayed and calibrated disgorgement that imparts an unprecedented sensory experience.

🍇 Main Features

• Vintage: 2002
• Blend: 60% Pinot Noir, 40% Chardonnay
• Malolactic fermentation: 0% (to preserve freshness and acidity)
• Dosage: 8 g/l
• Harvest: September 12 to 29, 2002
• Wood Vinification: 17% (to add complexity and structure)

🏅 Processing and Terroir

• Origin: Grapes come from prestigious vineyards in the Rivière, Montagne, and Côte areas.
• Principal Cru: Major crus include Verzenay, Verzy, Beaumont-sur-Vesle, Ay, Avize, Mesnil-sur-Oger, and Cramant.
• Exclusive Maturation: Only a limited number of bottles of Cristal Vinothèque are aged for as many as 11 years “sur lattes,” followed by 5 years “sur pointe” and an additional 4 years of post-disgorgement rest. This process makes each bottle a unique and precious experience.

👃 Tasting Notes

• Color: Golden yellow with green highlights, a bright and charming appearance.
• Bouquet: Complex aromas of cedar, fresh citrus, toasted almond and harvest notes. With aeration, hints of vanilla and delicate truffle notes emerge, lending a unique charm.
• Palate: Fresh and dynamic, with a juicy, deep texture. A caressing entry and long, delicate finish, enhanced by intense minerality and a touch of salinity.
• Effervescence: Fine and persistent perlage, adding an elegant feel to the sip.

🌍 The Perfect Balance

Cristal Vinothèque 2002 is the result of a long aging process, achieving the perfect balance of freshness, complexity and finesse. Each bottle tells a story of meticulous care and dedication, combining past experience with the present to create a champagne that will excite even the most refined palates.

🍽 F ood Pairings

Perfect for accompanying:

• 🦞 Seafood: Oysters, lobster, shrimp.
• 🧀 Matured Cheeses: Comté, Parmesan, Brie.
• 🍖 Refined Dishes: Pheasant, duck, fine fish dishes.

🛒 Buy Louis Roederer Cristal Vinothèque 2002

Don’t miss the opportunity to own one of the rarest and most valuable editions in the history of champagne. Each bottle is a unique piece of winemaking art, capable of transporting you on an unforgettable sensory journey. Louis Roederer Cristal Vinothèque 2002 is excellence made champagne, a perfect gift for special occasions and for the discerning connoisseur.