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Hedonism Wines
3/7 Davies Street, MayfairLondonW1KUnited Kingdom
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Description

With a history spanning over two centuries, Cristal is the pinnacle of the House’s production and is only made in the finest vintages. First commissioned by Tsar Alexander II to create a special personal cuvée, Cristal was reintroduced by the House in 1924 as the first prestige cuvée champagne. Expect complex notes of mature orchard fruits, dried citrus peel and nutty, honeyed character.

About this wine

The 1997 vintage of Louis Roederer Cristal Magnum represents a remarkable year for Champagne, offering a delicate balance of richness and acidity. This prestigious champagne shows flavors of ripe fruits, brioche, and creamy complexity, aged to perfection to offer a deep and immersive tasting experience. Ripe fruits, brioche, creamy complexity, balanced richness, fine acidity.

Cristal

Cristal, the flagship cuvée from Louis Roederer, is one of the world's most prestigious champagnes. Crafted only in the best vintages, this champagne is known for its delicate balance, fine bubbles, and exceptional purity and brightness.

Louis Roederer

Louis Roederer is a producer of champagne based in Reims, France. Founded in 1776, it is still independently owned and managed by the Rouzaud family, who are descendants of the founder, Louis Roederer. The winery is renowned for its prestigious cuvée Cristal, which was originally created in 1876 for Alexander II of Russia.