The Wine: An iconic cuvée of the House, first created in 1876 for the Tsar of Russia, Cristal is produced from 45 exceptional vineyards spread across seven Grands Crus in the Montagne de Reims, the Vallée de la Marne, and the Côte des Blancs. The Vintage: The 2004 vintage was characterized by cool temperatures and a water deficit despite a cool, rainy August. The dry, sunny conditions of September were ideal for fine-tuning the aging process. The harvested grapes combine balance and freshness. Assembly: Cristal 2004 by Louis Roederer is a blend of 55% pinot noir and 45% chardonnay. This bottle comes from a private collection. It's impossible to guarantee that the wine is still perfectly preserved after so many years. Therefore, this bottle is sold "as seen and liked."