Louis Roederer, Cristal other_regions 40% Semillon and 14% Sauvignon

40% Semillon and 14% Sauvignon Gris

scattered all over Chambolle)

The lilting and lacy medium weight flavors possess a refined mouth feel on the mineral-driven flavors that are almost delicate while terminating in a restrained and lingering finish

pepper and earthy notes

It is another superb Barolo from Giacomo Conterno

Louis Roederer, Cristal other_regions 40% Semillon and 14% SauvignonThe 2004 Brut Cristal has put on quite a bit of weight since I first tasted it earlier this year. It is a powerful, structured Cristal layered with considerable fruit. Chardonnay seems to play the leading role in 2004, at least today. Cristal is often accessible young, but that is far from the case here. This is a serious, painfully young Cristal that will require considerable patience. Readers who are willing to spend some time with the wine today