Cristal 2013 is a vintage white blend of pinot noir and chardonnay, 32% vinified in oak casks. Our Cristal Champagne webpage includes a list of Louis Roederer's current collection of Cristal Champagne along with ratings.
Cristal 2013 is a brut white blend Champagne.
Rating: [ 96 ]
Price Class: [$300-$499]
Release Price: $279
Louis Roederer Cristal 2013
Recent Vintages: | 2015 | 2014 | 2013 | 2012 |
Critic Ratings:
* 2021 [WS 96] [D 96] [W&S 96]
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Louis Roederer's Cristal 2013 is a brut white blend Champagne consisting of 60% pinot noir and 40% chardonnay, 32% vinified in oak casks.
Nose: It is powerful and complex on the palate, revealing a mixture of yellow fruit (mirabelle plum), juicy, ripe fruits (nectarine),citrus peel (candied orange) and finely-roasted nuts(hazelnut). The nose is simultaneously powdery and sweet, with elegant, chalky notes.
Palate: It is gentle, tactile and full-bodied on the palate. The bubbles create a gentle, vibrating sensation, then the wine becomes soft, dense and juicy. But it is the chalky freshness that quickly sets the tone: the sweetness becomes energetic and intense, giving the wine an elegant yet powerful texture. Fine, textured tannins reveal a poised and vinous dimension to the wine. The finish is savory and saline.
| Producer | Louis Roederer |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne |
| Wine type | Sparkling wine |
| Color | Golden hue |
| Style | White blend |
| Varietals | Pinot noir and chardonnay |
| Sweetness | Brut |
| Dosage | 8 grams/liter |
| Category | Brut white blend |
| When to drink | 2020 to 2033 |