Louis Roederer is one of the largest family-owned and run Champagne housesโand one of the oldest. Because they've been purchasing land for nearly 250 years, they've amassed valuable land all over Champagne; they are able to pick and choose which parcel goes into which cuvรฉe, taking into account the specifics of each plot.
Founded in 1776, by the 19th century Louis Roederer was named the official wine supplier to the Russian court, by Tsar Nicholas II. They were among the first major Champagne houses to produce a tรชte de cuvรฉeโthe famed Cristal was first released in 1945.
These days, Roederer is acclaimed for their rigorous standards in farmingโwith nearly a third of their 590 acres farmed biodynamically, they are the largest biodynamic grower in Champagne. Nearly every cuvรฉe they produce is made from estate fruit; the one exception is the Brut Premier, which includes roughly 20% bought fruit, purchased from farmers with whom they have long term contracts.
Professional Reviews
Antonio Galloni
Robert Parker
Wine Spectator
Details
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Grape Variety
Blend of Red and White Grapes
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Vintage
NV
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Size
375ml
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Farming Practice
Biodynamic
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Style
Aromatic , Floral , Fruity
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Sweetness
Champagne Brut , Dry
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Body
Medium Bodied