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Cristal Brut 1996 - 96 pts AG - 95 pts RP, 1996

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Here we have a boxed, immaculate bottle of Louis Roederer Cristal Brut from the legendary 1996 vintage.

Having been rated 95 pts by Robert Parker (without tasting notes) in Wine Advocate #144 - Dec 2002, Antonio Galloni has rated this wine a consistent 96 pts as follows:

In the Cellar - March 2009

The estate’s 1996 Cristal, from a legendary vintage, does not disappoint. Like the 1979, there are elements of austerity that will require some time to sort themselves out, yet the 1996 is an insanely beautiful Cristal loaded with floral, perfumed fruit and vibrant minerality. The wine turns delicate in the glass, yet this is a sublime, fresh Cristal that is in need of further cellaring. In 1996 Cristal is 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay. According to Lecaillon 1996 is a vintage that did not respond well to oak aging, so only 3% of the wine was aged in wood, while 10% of the wine saw malolactic fermentation. Anticipated Maturity: 2013-2026

Roederer’s 1996 Cristal is gorgeous. The expressive, floral bouquet melds seamlessly into an expansive palate of sweet fruit. This is an exceptionally polished and finessed Cristal, but like so many vintages, it needs time in bottle, regardless of how rewarding it is today. Even after all of these great 1996s, the Cristal delivers the goods.

In the Cellar - November 2010

Even though Cristal is typically very appealing upon release, the truth is that it needs serious cellaring to reveal its pedigree. Several recent bottles have been breathtaking. The aromatics, fruit and acidity are all beautifully woven together in this fabulous Cristal.

Other ratings as follows:

Jamie Goode - 97/100
CellarTracker - 95/100
Wine & Spirits Magazine - 95/100
Stephen Tanzer - 94/100
Wine Spectator - 94/100
Jancis Robinson - 19.5/20

Now starting in its optimum drinking window.

Cheapest price in the UK (wine-searcher) is £271.20

PLEASE SEE MY OTHER LISTINGS FOR FURTHER SUPERB CHAMPAGNE INCLUDING THIS BOTTLE'S 'SISTER', A 1996 CRISTAL ROSE.
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189442

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Cristal Brut 1996 - 96 pts AG - 95 pts RP

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1 bottles, 75cl each

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Sparkling

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France, Salta

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Cristal Brut 1996 - 96 pts AG - 95 pts RP, 1996

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Here we have a boxed, immaculate bottle of Louis Roederer Cristal Brut from the legendary 1996 vintage.

Having been rated 95 pts by Robert Parker (without tasting notes) in Wine Advocate #144 - Dec 2002, Antonio Galloni has rated this wine a consistent 96 pts as follows:

In the Cellar - March 2009

The estate’s 1996 Cristal, from a legendary vintage, does not disappoint. Like the 1979, there are elements of austerity that will require some time to sort themselves out, yet the 1996 is an insanely beautiful Cristal loaded with floral, perfumed fruit and vibrant minerality. The wine turns delicate in the glass, yet this is a sublime, fresh Cristal that is in need of further cellaring. In 1996 Cristal is 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay. According to Lecaillon 1996 is a vintage that did not respond well to oak aging, so only 3% of the wine was aged in wood, while 10% of the wine saw malolactic fermentation. Anticipated Maturity: 2013-2026

Roederer’s 1996 Cristal is gorgeous. The expressive, floral bouquet melds seamlessly into an expansive palate of sweet fruit. This is an exceptionally polished and finessed Cristal, but like so many vintages, it needs time in bottle, regardless of how rewarding it is today. Even after all of these great 1996s, the Cristal delivers the goods.

In the Cellar - November 2010

Even though Cristal is typically very appealing upon release, the truth is that it needs serious cellaring to reveal its pedigree. Several recent bottles have been breathtaking. The aromatics, fruit and acidity are all beautifully woven together in this fabulous Cristal.

Other ratings as follows:

Jamie Goode - 97/100
CellarTracker - 95/100
Wine & Spirits Magazine - 95/100
Stephen Tanzer - 94/100
Wine Spectator - 94/100
Jancis Robinson - 19.5/20

Now starting in its optimum drinking window.

Cheapest price in the UK (wine-searcher) is £271.20

PLEASE SEE MY OTHER LISTINGS FOR FURTHER SUPERB CHAMPAGNE INCLUDING THIS BOTTLE'S 'SISTER', A 1996 CRISTAL ROSE.
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Item ID:

189442

Name:

Cristal Brut 1996 - 96 pts AG - 95 pts RP

Producer:

Quantity / Size:

1 bottles, 75cl each

Duty Status:

Duty Paid

Wine Type:

Sparkling

Country / Region:

France, Salta

Fill Level:

0.5cm

Ended:

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£15 including insurance
From LL17, Denbighshire, United Kingdom
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UK ONLY!

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