Louis Roederer Brut Champagne 2013

Today Louis Roederer remains one of the very few remaining family owned Houses in Champagne with 7th generation Frederic Rouzaud at the helm. For the Louis Roederer Brut Champagne 2013 vintage, the goal was to reveal the the strength and maturity of the Pinot noir grown in Verzy.

Sublime and delicate on the nose, this wine is such a baby at the moment, you will need to clear a space in the cellar for this one. I felt almost poetic writing the notes for the 2013, summer meadows, juicy peaches, fresh strawberries, lemon zest, creamy lemon posset, peach blossoms and toasted hazelnut crumble. A blend of 70% Pinot Noir and 30% Chardonnay, the 2013 has spent 4 years on its lees and another 6 months resting after disgorgement but I would be really keen to see this in another 10 years time. The potential for this to hold on to its incredibly taut and balanced acidity whilst letting the fresh, fruity and floral flavours develop into something mature and complex with rich nuttiness, candied citrus zest, dried fruits and a savoury umami element ripe for pairing with a rich dinner like roast pork with crackling and roasted seasonal vegetables. Patience has its rewards. - The Wine Front, 27 November, 2020

The Finer Details
Style - Champagne
Varietal - Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier
Region - Champagne
Country - France
Vintage - 2013
Size - 750ml
ABV - 12%