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De Coninck Wine - Vente de vins fins en ligne
De Coninck Wine - Vente de vins fins en ligne

3/11/2026

Cristal 2018 - Louis Roederer - 150 ans

 

Cristal, the Icon of Louis Roederer

Born at the Cristal Estate, this emblematic cuvée from the House of Louis Roederer expresses the full richness of its terroir and the unique character of each vintage. Much like the great wines of Burgundy, its personality is shaped by the depth of its chalky soils, the influence of the climate and the light that bathes the vines throughout the seasons.

To celebrate Cristal’s 150th anniversary, the 2018 vintage offers a particularly radiant interpretation of its identity. It harmoniously combines the purity of chalk, remarkable freshness and an aromatic intensity of exceptional elegance.

Despite the generous sunshine of the vintage, the 2018 surprises with its extraordinary freshness. Its saline structure, silky texture and rich aromatic expression come together to create a vibrant, luminous Champagne, profoundly true to the spirit of Cristal.

 

Rooted in an Exceptional Terroir

Cristal is above all the expression of a unique place and exceptional craftsmanship. Sourced from its own estate, cultivated according to organic farming principles, this Champagne draws its identity from parcels that have been carefully selected over the years. Each vintage offers a new interpretation of the terroir: depending on the climate and the vine’s growing cycle, only the most remarkable parcels are selected to preserve the purest and most authentic expression of Cristal.

These exceptional vineyards, patiently shaped since 1841 by successive generations of the House of Louis Roederer, receive the utmost care and attention. Vineyard management is based on a respectful approach to nature, combining massal selection, gentle pruning and long periods of rest for the soils. Inspired by the principles of permaculture, these practices encourage the natural balance of the ecosystem and harmony between humankind and nature. Nearly 30 hectares are also cultivated using horses, particularly around the old vines and the most fragile young plants.

For each new vintage, only the finest Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes are selected. Cristal 2018 stands out for its exceptional blend sourced from 57 individual parcels: the estate’s 45 parcels with vines over 25 years old, complemented, for the first time, by the 4 parcels of the Blanc de Blancs estate and 8 parcels with vines aged between 20 and 25 years. A meticulous selection that reveals the full richness and complexity of this terroir.

  • A Deep Terroir, a Radiant Expression

    Cristal has a distinctive identity in the world of great Champagnes. A true expression of its terroir, it draws its personality from the depth of its chalky soils and its intimate connection with nature. Over the years, as it evolves in the cellar, it gradually reveals new nuances, unveiling the full complexity and richness of its character.

    Deeply rooted in its terroir, Cristal follows a long-term vision, shaped by the seasons, the maturity of the vines and the passing down of generations of expertise. Each vintage is the result of a constant pursuit of excellence, purity and harmony. The Cellar Master carefully adapts the ageing process to preserve this unique expression and achieve the perfect balance between freshness, finesse and depth.

    In the cellar, every stage reflects this same commitment to precision. For the 2018 vintage, 28% of the wines are vinified in oak, while the complete absence of malolactic fermentation preserves the vibrancy of the fruit, its natural freshness and aromatic purity. Time then completes this meticulous work, with an average of six to seven years ageing on lees, followed by six to twelve months of rest after disgorgement.

    The 2018 vintage majestically embodies the very essence of the Cristal style. A remarkable expression in which the depth of the earth meets the light, bringing together the minerality of chalk, the energy of the terroir and dazzling freshness.

A Sun-Drenched Vintage with Incredible Freshness

Abundant, generous and blessed with grapes in remarkable health, the 2018 vintage ranks among those great Champagne years when nature gives its very best. Marked by a hot, dry summer, the year produced an exceptional harvest, giving rise to wines that are both elegant and intensely fruity. Despite its decidedly sun-drenched character, 2018 gave birth to a Cristal of astonishing freshness. More than ever a true “child of chalk”, it expresses a remarkable balance between the richness of the sunshine and the mineral depth of its terroir.

Cristal 2018 brings these contrasts together in perfect harmony. Tasting it is like discovering a great perfume: the top notes, carried by Chardonnay, reveal a fresh, citrusy and saline character, while the base notes, shaped by Pinot Noir, unveil intense fruit, a silky texture and a delicate powdery sensation.

 

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