Louis Roederer Cristal 2008 AOC 0.75l

Louis Roederer Cristal 2008 AOC Champagne, 0.75l, presents itself as a statement of balance between density and lightness, designed to accompany moments that require restraint, elegance, and a long sensory memory. Born in Champagne, a region of great precision and refinement, Cristal 2008 is the result of a blend of select parcels cultivated according to principles of quality and respect for the terroir, within a house, Louis Roederer, with a strong identity and roots in the Reims region, where tradition coexists with a constant quest for purity. The history of Louis Roederer is one of independence and a passion for perfection: a family-run house that has built a reputation over time based on obsessive care for the raw material, control of every stage, and a vision geared towards offering palates an authentic expression of the terroir. The production philosophy is based on an approach that prioritizes the purity of the fruit, respectful vinification, and aging on the lees to enhance complexity without diminishing its freshness. Cristal 2008 presents a controlled maturity, capable of revealing structural content while remaining polished, thanks to management that values ​​the long cellaring process. Its distinctive character also lies in a historic presentation: a clear crystal bottle, a simple label, and a fine, persistent perlage, elements that accompany a clean and highly consistent aromatic profile. The sensory profile displays a straw yellow color with golden highlights, a very fine perlage, and a nose marked by notes of ripe citrus, white peach, grapefruit, and brioche, with traces of toasted hazelnut and a hint of minerality. On the palate, a velvety mousse emerges, with an elegant savoriness, a structure that supports the freshness, and a length reminiscent of yeast and lemon zest. Within the Louis Roederer range, Cristal 2008 represents the pinnacle of expression, a signature wine capable of accompanying celebrations as well as pairing with refined dishes, while also offering a lens through which to interpret the terroir. Ultimately, Cristal 2008 is a choice that embodies identity, quality, and longevity, perfectly aligned with the STELT positioning.