Cristal Rose 1999 Louis Roederer

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Vinous (94)

Still incredibly youthful and primary, the 1999 Cristal Rosé offers plenty of power, but it is clearly much less refined than the other wines in this tasting, tough company, it must be admitted. Still, the 1999 looks like it will drink well for many years even if it is a bit compact and rough around the edges next to the other wines in the range. With time in the glass, hints of game, smoke and wild flowers with distinctly Pinot-leaning inflections add character.

Owen Bargreen (95)

The 1999 ‘Cristal’ Rose Champagne by Louis Roederer is a glorious Champagne that is absolutely singing right now. The wine is composed of largely old vine Pinot Noir from the village of Cumières in the Marne region of Champagne. Upon entry, the Champagne is quite intense, particularly when enjoyed in a white wine glass. The aromatic range is glorious here, from cran-raspberry to wild mushroom to mulberry to peat moss. The red fruits are quite delicate as the tertiary notes are playing first chair. The palate shows a wonderful silky texture and mouthfeel. Red raspberry, orange rind, forest floor and hints of black truffle parade on the palate. A seriously good aged effort, I can see this cellaring well for the next ten to fifteen years — but why wait?