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Louis Roederer Cristal 2016
97/100

Louis Roederer

Cristal 2016 75cl

A golden robe with emerald highlights, fine bubbles of perfect persistence. On the nose, fresh raspberries and strawberries open onto a complex backdrop of saffron, white chocolate, sourdough and lemon blossom. The palate is dry and spiced, with finely chiselled acidity, a chalky, iodine-tinged…

THE CUVÉES OF MAISON LOUIS ROEDERER
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Notes & tasting

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Presentation
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Main tenant une coupe de champagne
97 /100
Aromatic profile

The structure of this champagne

Four dimensions to capture its balance
Freshness
Finely chiselled acidity and a chalky, iodine-tinged finish — the direct signature of the complete absence of malolactic fermentation.
Roundness
Thirty-one per cent oak-aged reserve wines contribute a velvety, caressing texture.
Power
The Pinot Noir dominance from Grand Cru sites on the Montagne de Reims delivers intense, spiced flesh.
Length
A crystalline finish with lingering notes of saffron and lemon blossom of exceptional persistence.

TASTING NOTES

A golden robe with emerald highlights, fine bubbles of perfect persistence. On the nose, fresh raspberries and strawberries open onto a complex backdrop of saffron, white chocolate, sourdough and lemon blossom. The palate is dry and spiced, with finely chiselled acidity, a chalky, iodine-tinged texture that draws out into an endless crystalline finish.

Blend & terroirs

The composition

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Gravure grappe de raisin
7g/LDosage
58%Pinot Noir
42%Chardonnay

Terroirs

A blend of 32 plots drawn exclusively from Grand Cru sites across the Montagne de Reims and the Côte des Blancs, vinified separately and without malolactic fermentation. The late-August 2016 heatwave lent the Pinot Noir a singular intensity and flesh against a backdrop of characteristically chalky soils.

Louis Roederer

About this house

Founded in 1776 and still entirely family-owned, Maison Louis Roederer holds more than 240 hectares of estate vineyards — a rare independence that allows the house to oversee every stage of production. Led by chef de caves Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon, it is universally regarded as one of the absolute benchmarks of Champagne.

Cristal was born in 1876 at the request of Tsar Alexander II, who demanded a transparent crystal bottle with a flat base to guard against potential assassination attempts. The most iconic of all prestige cuvées, it expresses the chalky, precise and profound identity of the house with a consistency that regularly earns it the highest scores in international criticism.

Food pairing

The perfect pairing

Between the champagne and its dish
Aperitif

Aperitif

The finesse and chalky suppleness of Cristal 2016 comes into its own alongside warm gougères, whose butter and comté flatter the cuvée's velvety texture.

Starter

Starter

Sea bass carpaccio with cracked pepper enters into dialogue with the chiselled acidity and spiced notes of Cristal, the pepper echoing the saffron perceived on the finish.

Main course

Main course

A pairing of legend: roasted lobster draws out the full richness of the 2016 Pinot Noir and reveals the buttery complexity imparted by partial oak ageing.

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Verified reviews

Customer reviews of the “Cristal 2016” cuvée by Louis Roederer

4.7/5 · 17 reviews

Théo K.

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No complaints

Bought it for a wine-loving friend. A full-bodied, well-balanced flavour – superb. My guests loved it.

Sophie A.

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Very satisfied

Perfect for celebrating a special occasion. A creamy texture and a clean finish. Quick delivery – no complaints whatsoever. I’ll be placing another order.

Alice E.

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Well done

This champagne was a lovely discovery. A delightful, rich and refined wine. Responsive and professional customer service. In short, a place to remember.

Inès N.

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A lovely discovery

Toasted with my colleagues. Fresh, fruity and very elegant. Everything was perfect, from ordering to delivery. Quite simply, nothing to complain about.

Céline F.

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A safe bet

Nothing to say – absolutely flawless. Delicate effervescence and subtle aromas. I’d recommend it to all wine lovers.

Sandrine E.

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A lovely bottle

I fell in love with it straight away. A wine full of vibrancy and character. A clear website and an easy ordering process. Unbeatable value for money.

Sabrina F.

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Top notch

Excellent from start to finish. Notes of dried fruit and honey – superb. I’d give it 5 stars without a moment’s hesitation.

Bénédicte F.

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A success

A successful attempt to please. Elegant and refined – absolutely flawless. A real success.

Fabien E.

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Favourite

It saved my last-minute present. Long-lasting bubbles and an expressive bouquet. It has become my go-to champagne.

Sylvain M.

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To be redone

Chosen to celebrate some good news. Delicate bubbles that melt in the mouth. A lovely surprise – thank you.

Flavien J.

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Top-class

Chosen as a gift. A golden colour and delicate foam – a real treat. Perfect as a gift or to treat yourself.

Simon R.

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Brilliant

Recommended by a friend – spot on. Just the right amount of dryness, never overpowering. A serious and professional approach. Well done.

Delphine F.

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A real treat

I had high hopes for it. Light, airy and incredibly addictive. A crystal-clear ordering process. Perfect – no complaints whatsoever.

Frédéric E.

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Won over

Comes in a lovely box. Notes of citrus and a hint of brioche – brilliant. Flawless delivery, as usual. I’m a delighted customer – I’ll be back.

Lucas E.

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Delicious

It really lives up to its reputation. Complex aromas and lovely vibrancy. Top-notch delivery, as always. The sort of bottle everyone can agree on.

Claude P.

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Excellent

We opened this for our New Year’s Eve dinner. A real treat, perfectly balanced. Very tastefully presented in gift wrapping. Highly recommended.

Myriam H.

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Absolutely brilliant

I was looking for a lovely champagne. Its roundness and liveliness are perfectly balanced. I placed my order in the evening and it was dispatched the next day. It really exceeded my expectations.