Louis Roederer

2009 VINTAGE ONLY; 97 PTS, WINE ENTHUSIAST - "The latest incarnation of this famous Champagne now comes from Roederer's own vineyards, a good portion of which are run on biodynamic lines. This still-young wine has great depth and richness, a beautiful balance between ripe fruit and crisp texture that make it alive, crisp and bright. As it matures, it will deepen and become even more intense."

The wine has fruity aromas of wild red berries, followed by floral notes, and the sugary and spicy fragrance of zest; and the aromas of dried fruit and cocoa.

The ripe 2005 grapes produced wines of a unique nature, combining wininess withlong-lasting quality, elegance and consistency.

A Methuselah (6 liter) of Cristal is one of the rarest and most acclaimed Champagnes in the world

Ripe fruits; white fruit (Pear Williams) and vineyard peach combined with more acid citrus zest notes; dried fruit prolonged by toasted notes; fruity notes are juicy and full-bodied, and become red (f

Louis Roederer Vintage Brut is crisp and elegant with complex pear, spice and hazelnut flavors; lightly and full of finesse and depth.

Cristal Rose is a beautifully balanced wine that exudes elegance as well as richness; drier than past vintage's of Cristal Rose; loads of red fruit and crisp acidity.

93 PTS WINE SPECTATOR. Floral, citrus & spice aromas & flavors are at the forefront of this filigree, delicate '04 Cristal. Harmonious & well defined, with a long aftertaste of roasted nut & toast.

97 PTS WINE ADVOCATE. The '04 is a powerful, structured Cristal layered with considerable fruit. This vintage has come together beautifully & is shaping up to be a truly great, monumental Champagne.

97+ PTS WILFRED WONG. A formidable wine from a vintage with fine aging ability, the outstanding '99 Louis Roederer Cristal exhibits superb green apple, mineral flavors; bracing and persistent.

88 PTS WINE SPECTATOR. The '00 Louis Roederer Cristal Rose has a vinous style, showing cherry and bread dough aromas and flavors, and a rich texture balanced by moderate acidity; good intensity.

Flavors of stoned fruits, crystallized citrus peel, fresh almonds and sweet blossom. 12% ABV

Both rich and powerful with flavors of ripe fruits and a final edgy texture. 12% ABV.