Louis Roederer Cristal Champagne 2004 Vintage now in the new Accordian Gift Box. In typical Cristal golden hues the Accordian Gift box is the latest Cristal gift box launched for this Christmas and opens up to reveal the Cristal 2004 Vintage Champagne.
Wrapped in clear gold paper, to protect the contents from harmful UV, Cristal is made according to the strictest criteria based on a drastic process of selection applying to the vintage, the cru, the village, the grapes and finally the wines.
Only Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes from the House's 10 most celebrated crus are used in the production of this legendary cuvee.
All the exceptional characteristics of the 2004 vintage have literally been captured in this Cristal Champagne, which is generous and lush, revealing perfect balance between concentration and finesse, freshness and vinosity, intensity and refinement. In three words: proud, rich and luxurious.
96 points "An explosion of fruit emerges from the 2004 Cristal, making a strong and very positive first impression. This is a wine of incredible finesse, length and balance that promises to develop beautifully over the next several decades."
erobertparker.com - Antonio Galloni - July 15, 2010