Louis Roederer

Blanc de Blancs 2017 | Bottle 75cl - Presentation pack

Description

The Blanc de Blancs 2017 by Louis Roederer is a champagne of great delicacy, perfectly expressing the terroir of Avize with notes of spring flowers and a beautiful salinity. It is a perfect cuvée to accompany seafood or a refined aperitif.

The making of the Blanc de Blancs 2017 Louis Roederer champagne

The Blanc de Blancs 2017 cuvée is exclusively made from Chardonnay grapes from the Grand Cru terroir of Avize, located on the Côte des Blancs. This terroir, renowned for its white chalk, gives the wine great minerality and unique complexity.

The 2017 vintage was marked by difficult climatic conditions. An exceptionally dry and hot spring and winter were punctuated by record frosts in April, followed by a gloomy and humid summer. At the end of the season, a humid tropical period required increased vigilance against gray rot, particularly on the Pinot Noirs and Meuniers. The harvests, from August 31 to September 9, 2017, had to be conducted with very rigorous selection to ensure optimal quality.

The Blanc de Blancs 2017 combines a part of the wines aged in stainless steel vats, while the second part was partially aged in wood. Thus, 28% of the wines were aged in wood, without malolactic fermentation, to preserve the natural acidity and strengthen the structure of the wine. The dosage is precise, with 7 g/l, to maintain a beautiful balance between freshness and intensity.

Tasting of the cuvée

• Color

  The Blanc de Blancs 2017 presents itself with an intense yellow color, with brilliant and luminous reflections. Its bubbles are fine, regular, and creamy.

• Nose

  On the nose, this cuvée offers a harmonious bouquet of spring flowers such as honeysuckle, and light notes of citrus, accompanied by touches of roasted almonds and roasting. Upon aeration, chalky and powdery notes come to underline the typicity of the great chardonnays of Avize.

• Mouth

  In the mouth, the attack is precise and juicy, with a creamy and chalky texture. The flavors of ripe fruits and flowers are associated with a marked mineral freshness. The finish is long, salty, with a beautiful sweetness that testifies to the aging in wood.

Pairing suggestions

Appetizer bites

• Fresh oysters
• Sea bass tartare with citrus
• Smoked salmon on toast

Dishes

• Langoustine ravioli
• Sole meunière fillet
• Lemon chicken breast

Desserts

• Lemon-basil sorbet
• Lemon meringue tart
• Vanilla macarons

The price of the Blanc de Blancs 2017 Louis Roederer bottle

The price of the Blanc de Blancs 2017 Louis Roederer bottle is 91,95 €. This price reflects the exceptional quality of the grapes, from the Grand Cru terroir of Avize, the unique know-how of the house, and the long aging in the cellar of the cuvée.

Reviews of the Blanc de Blancs 2017 Louis Roederer cuvée

Champagne lovers praise the freshness and precision of this cuvée. The aromatic complexity and the finesse of the bubbles are particularly appreciated, making this champagne a must. Discover more here: Reviews of the Blanc de Blancs 2017 Louis Roederer cuvée.

Preserving this champagne

To preserve all the qualities of the Blanc de Blancs 2017, it is recommended to store it lying down, in a cool place between 10 and 12°C, and away from light. Thanks to its structure and partial aging in wood, this champagne can be kept in the cellar for between 5 and 10 years.