Louis Roederer Cristal Champagne

Louis Roederer Cristal Champagne is the pinnacle of elegance and craftsmanship, created for Tsar Alexander II in 1876 and revered ever since as the world’s first prestige cuvée. A luminous symbol of refinement, Cristal embodies purity, harmony and depth, uniting radiance with remarkable ageing potential. Exquisite and timeless, it is the ultimate expression of French luxury and gifting prestige.

Tasting Notes & Experience

Complex and ethereal, Cristal opens with aromas of clover honey, pear tart and jasmine, evolving into ginger, marzipan and roasted almond. The palate is an exercise in finesse: ultra-fine bubbles glide across notes of mirabelle plum, citrus and toasted hazelnut. It’s concentrated yet weightless, carried by chalky minerality and finishing with remarkable poise, precision and persistence.

Key Details

• Winery: Louis Roederer
• Varietal: Pinot Noir 60%, Chardonnay 40%
• Region: Champagne, France
• Vintage: 2015
• Alcohol: 12.5%
• Volume: 750ml
• Other: Gluten-free; Vegan-friendly; Organic; Sustainable winegrowing practices

Craftsmanship & Story

Created from 45 estate plots of Grands Crus, Cristal represents the essence of Louis Roederer’s philosophy — a perfect harmony between soil, vine and craft. Each parcel is farmed organically and biodynamically, harvested by hand and vinified separately to preserve character. Aged six years on lees, the wine achieves extraordinary texture and luminosity, its purity a mirror of Champagne’s chalk-rich soils. The transparent glass bottle, originally designed for Tsar Alexander II, remains a symbol of prestige and perfection.

Special Features

Cristal is produced only in exceptional years and exclusively from Louis Roederer’s oldest vines (over 20 years). It is defined by its delicate balance of concentration and freshness — a Champagne rooted in the earth yet elevated in spirit. Crafted without compromise, it captures the radiance and timeless elegance that have made it a legend.

Recognition & Accolades

Universally acclaimed as one of the world’s most distinguished Champagnes.

• 98/100 Points – Tim Atkin, The Wine Independent (2015 vintage)
• 96/100 Points – Antonio Galloni, Vinous (2015 vintage)
• 95+/100 Points – William Kelley, Robert Parker (2015 vintage)
• 95/100 Points – Anne Krebiehl MW, Decanter (2015 vintage)
• 98/100 Points – Jeb Dunnuck (2014 vintage)
• 98/100 Points – Huon Hooke, The Real Review (2014 vintage)
• 98/100 Points – Wine Spectator (2014 vintage)
• 97/100 Points – Wine Enthusiast (2014 vintage)

These scores affirm Cristal’s enduring reputation for purity, grace and peerless craftsmanship.

Food Pairings

Cristal’s crystalline freshness and fine mousse elevate the finest dishes. Sublime with oysters, caviar or butter-poached lobster, its mineral tension highlights oceanic sweetness. Truffle-infused risotto or Bresse poultry echo its depth, while aged Comté or creamy Brie draw out its toasted hazelnut and brioche nuances — each pairing revealing a new facet of this iconic Champagne.

Perfect for Gifting or Sipping

A timeless emblem of luxury and artistry, Louis Roederer Cristal Champagne is made for the grandest celebrations, collectors and connoisseurs. Its elegance and prestige make it the ultimate gift of distinction.

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