A precise expression of a great Champagne terroir, the Louis Roederer Vintage 2018 Brut, presented in a premium gift box, is aimed at those seeking a champagne with character, precision and timeless appeal. Connoisseurs will find a signature both architectured and silky, able to accompany a refined meal as well as moments of celebration. A controlled sun-kissed vintage, 2018 delivers vibrant material, driven by a majority Pinot Noir whose verticality combines with the grace of an elevated Chardonnay. The long maturation, 48 months on lees in bottle, refines the effervescence and unfolds an aromatic complexity that intrigues as much as it seduces. Its bright golden-yellow robe, pure and shimmering, shelters a string of fine bubbles that announce a broad, chalky and creamy texture, and a lasting finish. For a gastronomic dinner, a thoughtful gesture or a collector’s cellar, this cuvée signs Louis Roederer’s contemporary elegance.

Blend and vinification

This vintage highlights the personality of Pinot Noir at 68%, coming notably from the crus of Verzy, balanced by the purity of Chardonnay grown in Chouilly. This precise alliance shapes the wine’s backbone, its uprightness and tactile dimension. The secondary fermentation and ageing on lees take place in bottle following the strictest Champagne method, then continue for 48 months to perfect the integration of the bubbles and encourage the unfolding of aromas. Time works like a goldsmith, smoothing edges, revealing a creamy weave and contained freshness. This patient vinification magnifies the notes of ripe fruit, citrus and cherry perceived on the nose, and gives the wine its straight carriage on the palate, its clarity and remarkable persistence. The sensory signature, both firm and caressing, reflects a pursuit of balance where tension meets depth.

Tasting notes

• Colour: Bright golden yellow, clear and vibrant, animated by fine and regular effervescence. The delicate and persistent string of bubbles signals a material shaped by time and patience, promising a satin and expressive palate.
• Nose: Initial notes of ripe fruit and citrus, lifted by a touch of cherry. With aeration, a more pastry-like register appears, while hints of peel and zest add definition. The complexity unfolds without pretension, with aromatic clarity that marks the precision of the vintage.
• Palate: Dry, clean and vertical on the attack, driven by structuring freshness. The texture becomes creamy and rounded without losing lively energy. The framework lengthens into a persistent finish, leaving a saline, thirst-quenching trail that invites the table and extends conversation.

Serving temperature and tips

Serve this champagne chilled, around 10 to 12°C, in tulip-shaped glasses to embrace the finesse of the bubbles and channel the aromatic complexity. Opening a few minutes before serving allows the bouquet to unfold and the texture to reach its fullness. Store the bottle lying down, in a calm place, protected from light and temperature fluctuations. When pouring, favour a gentle pour to preserve the bubbles’ energy and reveal, in stages, the layers of the vintage. This simple but essential care enhances the wine’s tactile dimension and elegant tension.

Food pairings

• Refined aperitifs: citrus tartlets, delicate gougères, sea bream sashimi with lime.
• Sea starters: scallop carpaccio, sea bass ceviche, fine oysters brightened with a twist of orange.
• Flavourful main courses: herb-roasted poultry, turbot with lemon butter, risotto with prized mushrooms.
• Cheeses: aged comté, parmesan, soft-ripened brie that complements the wine’s creamy thread.
• Lightly sweet desserts: candied citrus, thin lemon tart, hazelnut entremets for a subtle echo of maturity notes.

Moments to enjoy

The Vintage 2018 Brut is invited to moments that matter, when conviviality meets exacting standards.

• To celebrate a precious occasion with a touch of sophistication.
• During a gastronomic dinner where precise service highlights texture and length.
• As a distinctive gift thanks to its premium gift box, a symbol of attention and savoir-vivre.

Details

• Name: Louis Roederer, Vintage 2018 Brut, Premium Gift Box
• Appellation: Champagne AOC
• Type: Brut
• Vintage: 2018
• Grapes: Pinot Noir 68% from the Verzy crus, complemented by Chardonnay from Chouilly
• Alcohol: 12.5%
• Ageing: 48 months on lees in bottle, Champagne method
• Volume: 75 cl
• Presentation: premium gift box ready to offer
• Serving temperature: 10 to 12°C