Blanc de Blancs
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Typically best enjoyed 5 to 15 years from the vintage release.
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Fresh oysters, seared scallops, creamy lemon chicken
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Louis Roederer's Blanc de Blancs is a brilliant showcase of Chardonnay's purity and precision, crafted exclusively as a vintage Champagne. Sourced from the prestigious Grand Crus of the Cote des Blancs, most notably Avize and Cramant, this cuvee captures the intense minerality of the region's chalk-rich soils. To impart depth and a velvety texture without sacrificing freshness, a portion of the wine is fermented in traditional oak casks, a signature technique of the house. This is followed by extensive aging on the lees, resulting in a Champagne that beautifully balances vibrant citrus and white flower aromas with a rich, creamy palate and a long, saline finish.
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Established in 1776 in Reims and renamed in 1833 under the visionary leadership of Louis Roederer, this historic Champagne house remains one of the region's few independent, family-run estates. Renowned for its pioneering spirit, the house manages over 240 hectares of prime Grand and Premier Cru vineyards with an uncompromising commitment to biodynamic and organic farming practices. By utilizing oak casks for aging reserve wines, Louis Roederer crafts sparkling wines of exceptional depth, precision, and longevity. Its crown jewel is Cristal Brut, an iconic prestige cuvée originally created in 1876 for Tsar Alexander II of Russia, which continues to epitomize the house's pursuit of elegance and masterful craftsmanship.