Champagne Louis Roederer Cristal Vinothèque Edition Brut 1997

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Champagne Louis Roederer Cristal Vinothèque Edition Brut 1997
Region
Champagne
Appellation
Champagne
Blend
62% Pinot Noir, 38% Chardonnay
Winemaker
Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon
Alcohol
12%

Taste profile

LightBold
SavoryFruity
SmoothTannic
SoftAcidic

Body: Rich and velvety, baroque radiance, concentrated texture

Aromas & flavors: Preserved lemons, candied citrus, salted caramel, white flowers, toasted almonds, honey

Tannins & finish: Saline chalky freshness, long and powerful, powdery finish

Pairings: Lobster thermidor, seared scallops, aged mimolette cheese, truffle risotto, roasted capon, oysters with citrus foam

Tasting notes are for this exact bottle of wine (including vintage).

Sources: millesima.co.uk, tastingbook.com, millesima.ie, jancisrobinson.com

Decision brief

Deal comparison

Fair Price9% off

9% below Wine-Searcher average. This is a fair price.

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Per bottle
SourcePrice
Last Bottle Price$1049
Listed Retail$1750
Best Web Price (according to Last Bottle)$1065
Avg Price (Wine-Searcher)
$1152

Vintage Quality

Vintage Chart

Wine Spectator · Champagne Champagne
87
1997 VintageVery Good
Drink

Lean and firm; the best are balanced, but some are tart

95+90-9485-89<85
Best
2012200819961990
Avoid
20172011
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