{"product_id":"louis-roederer-brut-nature-deluxe-gift-box-2012","title":"Louis Roederer Brut Nature Deluxe Gift Box 2012","description":"\u003cp\u003eLouis Roederer Brut Nature Deluxe Gift Box 2012 is a strikingly pure, terroir-driven Champagne that showcases the house’s commitment to precision, restraint, and elegance. Born from exceptional chalk-rich parcels around Épernay and crafted with no dosage, it offers a remarkably authentic expression of the 2012 vintage, shaped by the creative vision of Philippe Starck and the Roederer team.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it shows a bright golden hue with a fine, persistent mousse. The nose is layered and expressive, with notes of wild flowers such as broom and honeysuckle, lifted citrus, ripe peach, and subtle toasted nuances. On the palate, it is both fresh and powerful, combining crystalline mineral tension with spice, ripe fruit, and a long, refined finish that feels dry, complex, and beautifully balanced. Thanks to its structure and depth, it has excellent aging potential and will continue to gain nuance over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Brut Nature story began in 2003, when Roederer identified exceptional chalky vineyard parcels near Épernay in Cumières, Hautvillers, and Vertus that could withstand demanding climatic conditions and yield fruit of remarkable purity. For the 2012 vintage, grapes were harvested at optimal ripeness and vinified with a focus on transparency and finesse: about 25% was fermented in oak barrels, the rest in stainless steel, with no malolactic fermentation and no dosage added. The wine then spent five years on lees in bottle before disgorgement, followed by an additional six months of rest to harmonize the final cuvée.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Champagne pairs beautifully with oysters, sashimi, lobster, scallops, delicate white fish, or poultry with a light cream sauce, where its mineral precision and dry finish can shine. Serve chilled at around 8–10°C, and while decanting is generally not necessary, a short period in the glass can help reveal its aromatic complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChampagne Louis Roederer is one of the great historic houses of Champagne, known for combining tradition, innovation, and a strong commitment to vineyard ownership. The house has built an outstanding reputation for quality, especially through wines that emphasize site expression and long aging, and it remains one of the benchmark producers of the region. Brut Nature is a standout example of its modern, terroir-focused philosophy, created in collaboration with Philippe Starck and widely admired for its originality and refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Champagne Louis Roederer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255021785425,"sku":"FW-6087","price":114.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/louisroedererbrutnaturedeluxegiftbox201275cl-33.png?v=1783455757","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/louis-roederer-brut-nature-deluxe-gift-box-2012","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}