Carte Blanche Extra Dry
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Typically best enjoyed within 1 to 5 years of release to preserve its vibrant fruitiness and delicate sweetness.
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Fruit tarts and light desserts, foie gras with toasted brioche, or mildly spiced Thai and Indian cuisine.
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Louis Roederer's Carte Blanche Extra Dry is a beautiful tribute to the historic, sweeter style of Champagne that dominated the 19th century, particularly favored by the grand imperial courts of Europe. Crafted in a Demi-Sec style with a dosage of approximately 38 grams per liter, this cu%v%ee is a classic blend of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Meunier, incorporating reserve wines aged in oak tuns. The wine undergoes three years of cellar aging followed by six months of post-disgorgement resting. This meticulous process yields a Champagne of remarkable volume, creamy texture, and a delicate honeyed sweetness, beautifully balanced by the signature Roederer freshness and vibrant acidity.
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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.