Cristal Vinothèque 2002 highlights the exceptional history of a few bottles that have been carefully preserved for 20 years in the cellars of Louis Roederer.
After nearly 11 years' ageing on laths, then 5 years on points, this cuvée then benefited from 4 years' rest after disgorgement. A well-deserved patience to reach the perfect balance.
The 2002 harvest comes 1/3 from the following 3 vineyards: "la Rivière", "la Montagne" and "la Côte".
This Champagne offers us a dynamic effervescence with a golden yellow color and green highlights.
At first taste, the bouquet reveals a beautiful maturity, complex and intense where aromas of citron, citrus zest, roasted almonds and harvest mingle. Captivating impression of Rosée morning accompanied by smoke, nougat and honey. After aeration, vanilla and light truffle notes take over.
The palate is at once fresh, energetic and caressing. Saline, chalky and almost iodine notes develop to leave an impression of great finesse.
The finish stretches delicately in this powdery, salivating and very saline material reminiscent of Umami.
A gastronomic wine, this Cristal 2002 Vinothèque benefits from being decanted a few minutes before tasting to optimize the taste experience. It would pair perfectly with a ceviche of sea bream garnished with coriander leaves.
Beyond the Champagne, here we are in concentrated, long, delicate and fresh textures that bring us closer to the experience of a great Bourgogne white.
