Louis Roederer, Cristal Vintage:2015 (from 11 different parcels totaling

(from 11 different parcels totaling 1

Barolo Tre Tine shows silky but firm tannins and balanced acidity

particularly anise that complement to perfection the sleek

black and blue fruits plus a lovely hint of violets that sit atop dusty

The Chaves believe it is a repeat of what Gerards father made in 1929

Louis Roederer, Cristal Vintage:2015 (from 11 different parcels totalingThe 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