98 Points
98 Points
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96 Points
96 Points

Louis Roederer Cristal 2015

SKU: LRCR201510 UCNZ

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With an impressive 98 points from John Gilman and high praise across the board, the 2015 Cristal is a standout vintage that showcases the exceptional quality and elegance of Louis Roederer’s flagship Champagne.

This vintage features a refined aromatic profile with notes of ripe citrus, nectarine, and subtle hints of almond and brioche. The palate is beautifully balanced, offering a seamless blend of freshness and depth, supported by a firm structure and long, complex finish.

The 2015 Cristal, with its vibrant acidity and layered flavors, is poised to develop even further with age. It’s a versatile Champagne that will reward both immediate enjoyment and extended cellaring, making it a valuable addition to any collection.

Critic Scores

98 // John Gilman

"The 2015 Louis Roederer Cristal is composed this year from a cépages of sixty percent pinot noir and forty percent chardonnay, with twenty-five percent of the vins clairs raised in oak barrels. As is customary, the still wines do not go through malolactic fermentation for Cristal and the wine was finished with a dosage of seven grams per liter in this vintage, after aging nearly seven years sur lattes. It delivers a beautifully refined aromatic constellation of apple, nectarine, a superbly complex base of chalky minerality, a touch of raw almond, pâtissière, white flowers and a very, very discreet hint of oak. On the palate the wine is deep, full-bodied and utterly seamless in its perfect balance, with a marvelous core, superb soil signature and grip, zesty acids and a very, very long, focused and complex finish. 2015 is a riper year in Champagne and this seems to have dovetailed brilliantly with the classic Cristal style of mineral signature, precise fruit tones and great structural integrity. This is destined to be a great, great classic vintage of Cristal!"

98 // Wine Enthusiast

"From vineyards that are run organically, this iconic Champagne's latest iteration is as beautiful as ever. Textured, with a mineral undertow, the wine is just beginning to soften and show a balanced maturity."

97 // James Suckling

"For the warm and dry vintage this has tremendous freshness and elegance. The complex nose of citrus blossom, mint, lemon and lime zest opens up slowly as this aerates in the glass. The wine’s ample structure is still quite firm, which is a vintage characteristic, the mousse very fine but also very lively for an eight-year-old champagne. Cristal fans will love this as it is, but a year or two more in the bottle will do a lot for the very long mineral finish of this youthful masterpiece. A cuvee of 60% pinot noir and 40% chardonnay, picked from all 45 Cristal vineyard plots."

96 // Jeb Dunnuck

"I had the opportunity to taste the 2015 Champagne Cristal twice, both at the house in Reims as well as at my home office. On both occasions, the wine offered a terrific balance of decadence and notable freshness for this vintage, which was highly expressive on opening. The release reveals layered custardy notes of lemon balm, incense, apricot, and hazelnut. Medium to full-bodied, the mousse is fluffy and rounded out beautifully through the palate. Round and approachable, it has a well-managed richness along with underlying savory sapidity and saline to keep this going over the coming three or more decades, with a chalky tannin structure to support it."

96 // Wine Spectator

"This mouthwatering Champagne has an ethereal quality, with a frame of chiseled acidity and focused precision to the pointillisme-like, vibrant mousse. Yet this shows depth and generous expression, with the finely spun notes of patisserie apple and blackberry fruit opening beautifully on the palate and through the minerally finish, with notes of grated ginger, blood orange granita, salted Marcona almond and anise."

Product Details

Sparkling

2015

Chardonnay / Pinot Noir

Louis Roederer

Champagne, France

15 Plus Years

Cork

13.5%

750ml (Bottle)

Available for Purchase

Biodynamic

Estimated dispatch from Warehouse: Monday, September 30, 2024

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Description

The Louis Roederer Cristal 2015 stands as a testament to the exceptional craftsmanship and precision of one of Champagne’s most revered houses. This vintage, composed of 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay, offers a captivating bouquet of ripe citrus fruits, nectarine, and delicate hints of almond and brioche. The wine’s complexity is further enhanced by its 25% oak fermentation and extended aging, which contribute to its creamy texture and sophisticated minerality.
On the palate, the 2015 Cristal reveals a perfect balance between freshness and richness, showcasing a seamless integration of vibrant acidity and deep fruit flavors. The finish is long and focused, marked by a refined structure and a hint of chalky minerality. This vintage exemplifies the classic Cristal style with its precision and elegance, making it a compelling choice for both current enjoyment and future aging.
Tasting Profile

Light

Full

Low Tannin

Tannic

Sweet

Dry

Low Acidity

High Acidity

Aroma:

Almond, Lemon, Nectarine

Palate:

Apricot, Chalk, Lemon Curd

Food Pairings:

Dessert

Fish

Poultry

Tasting Notes

Description

The Louis Roederer Cristal 2015 stands as a testament to the exceptional craftsmanship and precision of one of Champagne’s most revered houses. This vintage, composed of 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay, offers a captivating bouquet of ripe citrus fruits, nectarine, and delicate hints of almond and brioche. The wine’s complexity is further enhanced by its 25% oak fermentation and extended aging, which contribute to its creamy texture and sophisticated minerality.

On the palate, the 2015 Cristal reveals a perfect balance between freshness and richness, showcasing a seamless integration of vibrant acidity and deep fruit flavors. The finish is long and focused, marked by a refined structure and a hint of chalky minerality. This vintage exemplifies the classic Cristal style with its precision and elegance, making it a compelling choice for both current enjoyment and future aging.

Tasting Profile

Light
Full

Low Tannin
Tannic

Sweet
Dry

Low Acidity
High Acidity

Aroma:

Almond, Lemon, Nectarine

Palate:

Apricot, Chalk, Lemon Curd

Food Pairings:

Dessert

Fish

Poultry

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