2000 Louis Roederer Brut Vintage Rose

Of all the best large Champagne houses, Roederer draws most heavily from its own vineyard holdings, the majority of which are in grand cru sites. Older wines are liberally used in the rich, complex non-vintage blend. Roederer's super-expensive prestige cuvée, Cristal, is remarkably dense and powerful. Its tremendous quality makes it more than just a status symbol; the house's vintage blanc de blancs is consistently excellent and far more affordable.

Of all the best large Champagne houses, Roederer draws most heavily from its own vineyard holdings, the majority of which are in grand cru sites. Older wines are liberally used in the rich, complex non-vintage blend. Roederer's super-expensive prestige cuvée, Cristal... more