Louis Roederer 2014 Cristal Brut Millesime Champagne
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(98 V) The 2014 Cristal is another in a long line of
gorgeous wines from Roederer and long-time Chef de Caves Jean-Baptiste
Lécaillon. A dazzling, vibrant Champagne, the 2014 impresses with a stunning
combination of fruit density and linear energy that brings to mind a
hypothetical blend of 2012 and 2008. At times, the bubbles feel totally wrapped
up in waves of creamy, resonant fruit to the point the mousse is barely
perceptible, especially with aeration. The flavors are bright and finely
sculpted, leaning very much into the citrus, floral and mineral end of the
spectrum. (AG)
(98 WS) This vivid Champagne shows up-front and linear
definition, thanks to rapierlike acidity, with finely meshed flavors of ripe
black cherry and mandarin orange fruit, raw almond, anise and cardamom spice as
well as a touch of honeycomb, which all unfurl and expand on the fine, creamy
palate. Sleek acidity continues through to the finish, with additional racy
character provided by a streak of minerally saline and chalk, which gains
momentum through the midpalate and rings out on the well-cut, lasting finish.
*Collectible*