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Cristal 2002 Champagne
Cristal 2002 Champagne is a vintage brut prestige cuvée that is produced from grapes grown in Louis Roederer Grand Cru vineyards. Cristal 2002 is a wonderful vintage and an exceptional wine.
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Yes |
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| Champagne 411 |
97 |
Sept 2012 |
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Average Retail Price |
| Wine Enthusiast |
98 |
12/1/08 |
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(750 ml bottle) $270 |
| Wine Spectator |
92 |
2009 |
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Tasting Notes
Appearance: Brilliant pale gold with extra fine mousse.
Aroma/bouquet: Pear, red apple, yeasty brioche notes, limestone minerality, caramel and more. Subtle, refined.
Palate: Dry, crisp with lots of balance and minerality. Pear, apple, mild lemon with some yeasty and nutty flavors. Satin texture with a long finish.
Additional comments: A wonderful vintage and an exceptional wine. Put it down then pick it up again. You will find something new.
When to drink: This elegant Louis Roederer Cristal 2002 Champagne is just beginning to peak. Drink it now to 2028
| Cristal 2002 Details
Label: Cristal 2002 Champagne
House/Winery: Louis Roederer
Wine Category: Sparkling Wine
Region & Country: Champagne, France
Type (Style): 2002 vintage
Sweetness Level: Brut
Dosage: 8 to 10 grams per liter
Prestige cuvée: Yes
Vineyards: 100% Grand Cru
Grapes: 55% Pinot Noir and 45% Chardonnay
Alcohol: 12%
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Cristal 2002
Production
Louis Roederer uses the Méthode champenoise for their Cristal 2002 Champagne production. The Cristal 2002 blend is composed of 55% Pinot noir and 45% Chardonnay (20% of which is matured in oak casks with weekly batonnage). No malolactic fermentation occurs. Cristal is produced from grapes grown in Louis Roederer Grand Cru vineyards.
Cristal ages an average of 5 years in the cellars before disgorgement. The dosagé of between 8 and 10 grams/liter is customized to complement each vintage. Cristal rests an additional 8 months after disgorgement.
Louis Roederer Brut Labels
Non-Vintage Brut
Vintage Brut
Vintage Brut Prestige Cuvee
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Official Website
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