Louis Roederer Brut Vintage 2016 MG

Louis Roederer Brut Vintage 2016 in magnum format is an elegant yet generous Champagne, led by Pinot Noir from Verzy and complemented by 32% Chardonnay from Chouilly. The larger bottle encourages slower development and makes this a particularly appealing choice for collectors and special occasions. Founded in 1776, Louis Roederer remains one of Champagne’s most respected houses, renowned for its precise, terroir-driven style.

Tasting Notes
Bright and refined in the glass, the 2016 Brut Vintage opens with a lively bouquet of juicy pear, red berries, toasted hazelnut and subtle smoky nuances. On the palate, it is medium- to full-bodied, with a soft, richly textured mouthfeel and a generous core of ripe fruit. Its Pinot Noir character gives the wine greater depth and warmth than the more delicate, citrus-led Blanc de Blancs, while fine bubbles and fresh acidity maintain balance. Disgorged in June 2024 with a dosage of 7 grams per litre, it is already expressive but has excellent potential for further development. The 2016 vintage should reward several additional years under cork, gaining greater brioche, nutty and savoury complexity while retaining its fruit and freshness.

Production
The wine is based primarily on Pinot Noir from Verzy, a village in the Montagne de Reims known here for its east-facing slopes and clay-rich soils. It also includes 32% Chardonnay from Chouilly, adding freshness and aromatic lift. The Champagne is produced according to the traditional method, with a second fermentation in bottle followed by extended lees ageing before disgorgement. The 2016 Brut Vintage was disgorged in June 2024 and finished with a restrained dosage of 7 grams per litre.

Food & Serving
Its combination of ripe fruit, freshness and creamy texture makes this Champagne a versatile partner for roast poultry, veal, grilled or roasted salmon, lobster and delicate shellfish. It also works beautifully with creamy mushroom dishes, mature hard cheeses and lightly spiced Asian cuisine. Serve well chilled at around 8–10°C. Decanting is not necessary, but carefully pouring the magnum into a wide Champagne glass or allowing it a few minutes in the glass can help reveal its layered aromas.

Producer
Louis Roederer was established in Reims in 1776 and remains one of the few major Champagne houses still independently owned by the founding family. The house places strong emphasis on vineyard ownership and the expression of individual terroirs, particularly in the Montagne de Reims and Côte des Blancs. It is internationally celebrated for its refined Brut Vintage wines and for Cristal, its prestige cuvée created for the Russian Imperial court in the 19th century.

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