Louis Roederer Cristal Champagne 2009 1.5L Region_Kangaroo Island SA followed by peach

followed by peach

During a time when champagnes typically contained high sugar levels reaching up to 40%

raspberry and blackberry aromas with similar black fruit characters and a hint of spice on the complex palate

a number of rainstorms quickly changed everything replenishing soil moisture and setting up for a mild harvest

the percentage of Cabernet or Merlot in the composition of each vintage depends on the climate which favours one grape variety or the other

Louis Roederer Cristal Champagne 2009 1.5L Region_Kangaroo Island SA followed by peachLouis Roederer Cristal Champagne 2009 is a remarkably balanced and refined champagne whose length is inimitable. It has a silky texture and fruity aromas, complemented by a powerful mineral quality with white fruit and citrus notes. Cristal is a wine that keeps well: it can be conserved for over twenty years without losing its freshness and character. Produced uniquely during the best years, when the Chardonnay (around 40%) and Pinot noir (around 60%)