Cristal Vinotheque 2002 Champagne is a Louis Roederer brut white blend that was partially vinified in oak casks. Compare it to similar brands.

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Characteristics

Louis Roederer's Cristal Vinotheque 2002 is a brut white blend Champagne consisting of 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay, 17% vinified in oak. It typically sells for more than $1,000 when available.

Tasting Notes

Nose: "It has an intense, complex bouquet with a blend of citron, citrus peel, grilled almond and wheat aromas. We have a tantalizing impression of morning dew combined with smoky notes, nougat and honey. Upon aeration, slightly truffled vanilla notes then come to the fore."

Palate: "The palate is fresh and energetic yet caressing and luminous. The big, juicy, body quickly gives way to a limestone, saline and almost iodine-like finesse showing infinite energy. Fine, toasted hazelnuts round off the flavorsome palate. The finish lingers delicately with a powdery, salivating and very saline Umami-like sensation. The 2002 Cristal Vinothèque is a gastronomic wine that is best decanted for a few minutes before drinking."