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Bottle of Louis Roederer Champagne Carte Blanche NV-Sparkling Wine-Flatiron SF

Louis Roederer Champagne Carte Blanche NV

Sparkling Wine from Champagne, France
by Louis Roederer
$54.99
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Slightly sweet and broad on the palate, aromas of baked apple pie, honey, and white flowers.

Louis Roederer is one of the largest family-owned and run Champagne houses—and one of the oldest. Because they've been purchasing land for nearly 250 years, they've amassed valuable land all over Champagne; they are able to pick and choose which parcel goes into which cuvée, taking into account the specifics of each plot.

Founded in 1776, by the 19th century Louis Roederer was named the official wine supplier to the Russian court, by Tsar Nicholas II. They were among the first major Champagne houses to produce a tête de cuvée—the famed Cristal was first released in 1945.

These days, Roederer is acclaimed for their rigorous standards in farming—with nearly a third of their 590 acres farmed biodynamically, they are the largest biodynamic grower in Champagne. Nearly every cuvée they produce is made from estate fruit; the one exception is the Brut Premier, which includes roughly 20% bought fruit, purchased from farmers with whom they have long term contracts.

Professional Reviews

Robert Parker

RP 90
"The NV Extra-Dry Carte Blanche is based on the Brut Premier, but receives a higher dosage of 16 grams per liter. Even though the Carte Blanche naturally shows a bit more sweetness than the Brut Premier it also maintains considerable focus and energy. Here the expression of fruit tends towards brighter, more floral white fruits, green apples/pears. The wine’s balance and length are first rate." -Robert Parker

Wine Spectator

WS 89
"A firm backbone of acidity balances this lightly smoky version, which shows flavors of candied almond, raspberry pâte de fruit and baked peach. Creamy and mouthwatering."

Wine Enthusiast

WE 89
"Despite its description as “extra dry,” this is in fact sweeter than a brut. This is fresh and fruity, with an attractive apple-purée flavor, balanced by crisp acidity and a light, bright finish."

Details

  • Grape Variety

    Chardonnay , Pinot Meunier , Pinot Noir

  • Vintage

    NV

  • Size

    750ml

  • Farming Practice

    Biodynamic

  • Style

    Aromatic , Elegant , Fruity

  • Sweetness

    Off-Dry

  • Body

    Medium Bodied