2017, Collection 242, Louis Roederer
EDKA RATING: 92
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Description
Rich, ripe and luxuriously textured with notes of sweet fruit and toasty notes leading to a lively and fresh finish.
About the Winery: When Louis Roederer inherited the Champagne House in 1833 he took a visionary approach to enriching his vines, aiming to master every stage of the wine's creation. Louis Roederer acquired some of Champagne's Grand Cru vineyards as he believed all great wine depends on the quality of the soil. While other Houses bought their grapes, Louis Roederer nurtured his vineyards, familiarised himself with the specific characteristics of each parcel, and methodically acquired the finest land. Louis Roederer's guiding principle was that all great wine depends on, is the quality of the soil, a passion for tradition and an astute vision of the future. The Louis Roederer House remains an independent, family-owned company and is now managed by the seventh generation of the lineage.
Grape Variety: Chardonnay 42%, Pinot Noir 36%, Final Meunier 22% - The Chardonnay provides a luxurious texture, while Pinot Noir and Meunier complete the luscious, smooth and juicy character.
Varietal Contributions: Chardonnay adds bright citrus, ripe apple and pear tones with creamy finesse; Pinot Noir brings red berry fruit, structure and depth; Meunier contributes succulent stone-fruit notes, roundness and early approachability.
Appearance: further research required
Aroma: Aromas of ripe, sweet fruit are complemented by subtle oaky notes.
Palate: The rich, ripe palate has a luxurious texture, with luscious, smooth and juicy character through to a lively and fresh finish.
Body: Full - The wine exhibits a rich and luxurious texture, indicative of a full-bodied style.
Acidity: High - The wine has a lively and fresh finish, suggesting a high acidity that balances the rich fruit and texture.
Cellaring Potential: Medium (5–10 yrs) - While enjoyable now, the complexity and structure suggest it could benefit from a few years of cellaring.
Perfect Pairing: Seafood, Poultry, Cheese
Serving Temperature: 8–10°C
The information on this wine is correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of publication. This information may be subject to change.