{"product_id":"louis-roederer-cristal-2008-giftbox-late-release","title":"Louis Roederer Cristal 2008 GIFTBOX Late Release","description":"\u003cp\u003eReleased to mark the 150th anniversary of Cristal, this 2008 Late Release offers a rare step between the original vintage release and the more extensively matured Vinothèque edition. Its additional time on the lees brings added depth to a vintage Louis Roederer describes as strikingly powerful and compelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe producer’s description highlights an explosive presence in the glass, with remarkable textural richness and density. On the palate, extra resonance through the mid-palate gives the wine a layered, deeply engaging character. Specific appearance and aroma notes, along with a recommended ageing window, are not provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Late Release spent an additional four years on the lees compared with the standard release, placing it between the original edition and Vinothèque in terms of maturation. During élevage, the bottles underwent poignettage, a gentle movement said to have helped build the wine’s distinctive mid-palate texture. It was disgorged in 2020; details of the vineyard sites and harvest methods are not provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eServe well chilled, around 8–10°C, in a tulip-shaped Champagne glass to allow the wine’s layered character to open. It should pair beautifully with seared scallops, lobster, roast poultry or aged hard cheeses. Decanting is optional; if desired, pour gently into a carafe shortly before serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFounded in Reims in 1776, Louis Roederer is one of Champagne’s historic independent houses. Cristal was created in 1876 for Tsar Alexander II and has since become the house’s flagship cuvée. This special Late Release connects the prestige of that long history with the exceptional 2008 vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Louis Roederer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55083712119121,"sku":"PS-16132644962684","price":486.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/LateRelease2008.png?v=1790422646","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/louis-roederer-cristal-2008-giftbox-late-release","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}