Louis Roederer — Cristal 2008 · Champagne Brut · 1 bottle · 75 cl DESCRIPTION Louis Roederer's Cristal 2008 is widely regarded as one of the greatest Champagnes produced since the post-war era. The 2008 growing season delivered a cool, dry summer across the Champagne region, yielding exceptional natural acidity and a rare level of concentration. This Cristal displays a crystalline purity, an intense mineral tension and a remarkably persistent finish. The colour is a brilliant pale gold with fine, long-lasting bubbles. On the nose, white grapefruit, chalk dust, light brioche and white blossom. The palate is precise and tightly coiled, with extraordinary depth and a saline, seemingly endless finish. The bottle is currently at its peak and will continue to evolve beautifully through 2040 and beyond. TECHNICAL DETAILS House: Louis Roederer Vintage: 2008 Appellation: Champagne AOC Style: Vintage Brut Blend: 60% Pinot Noir, 40% Chardonnay Dosage: 7 g/L Volume: 75 cl Fill level: Perfect (within capsule) Label: Immaculate, no damage Drinking window: 2024 – 2045+ CRITIC SCORES Wine Advocate: 98/100 Decanter: 99/100 Wine Spectator: 97/100 - Alison Napjus There's a sense of focus and vibrancy to the overall structure, while the palate is all grace and charm. A fine, lacy texture carries a tapestry of ripe white cherry, toast point, blood orange zest, honey and ground ginger notes, with a minerally, mouthwatering finish. A stunning Champagne with a long future ahead of it. Drink now through 2033. STORAGE & PROVENANCE Stored in a professional cellar at constant temperature (11 °C / 52 °F), away from light and vibration.