Cristal Louis Roederer Vinothèque 2004 Blanc - 75 cl

Intense hue with deep yellow tints. A persistent stream of tightly packed and fast-flowing bubbles. Rich, deep bouquet developing notes of white flowers, wheat and ripe, concentrated citrus (candied lemon). One has the impression of freshness, youth and an almost chalky quality. After aeration, deliciously toasted croissants and baked apples come to the fore, along with some «mineral» and smoky notes indicative of a fine reduction, but what is really surprising here is the wine’s incredible aromatic freshness. The palate is complex, with a texture that is enveloped and drawn out by some soft, fine and deliciously smooth bubbles. One has the impression of a shimmering and tactile wine, but one that remains grounded in the chalky soil, salinity and finesse characteristic of Cristal.