• STORY: Founded in 1776, Champagne Louis Roederer has been owned by the same family since 1819. Today the company is one of the last major champagne houses to remain independent. Louis Roederer has an exceptionally large number of vineyards in Champagne.

• EXPANSION: Champagne: A 1927 law limits the Champagne growing area to around 30,000 hectares in the Marne hills. 17 communes of Champagne are classified as Grand Cru and 44 as Premier Cru. Champagne is the coolest wine-growing region in France and is subject to the moderate influence of the Atlantic climate. The region is known for its chalk soil.

• APPRAISAL: The Cuvée Blancs de Blancs spends an average of 5 years in the wine cellar and, after disgorging, receives a rest period of 6 months. Golden color, bright, with slightly green reflections. Extremely fine, delicate, creamy effervescence. Clear, exceptionally mineral bouquet with notes of citrus fruits (cedar apple), aromas of white flowers smelling of vanilla (pollen) as well as almonds and cereals. Densely concentrated on the palate, invigorating and slightly lemony. Fresh and powerful at the start.

• SERVING RECOMMENDATION: Perfect as an aperitif, but also as an accompaniment to fresh, sweet desserts.

Champagne Louis Roederer Founded in 1776, Champagne Louis Roederer has been owned by the same family since 1819. Today the company is one of the last major champagne houses to remain independent. Louis Roederer has an exceptionally large number of vineyards in Champagne. The high-quality Roederer champagnes are valued in over 80 countries around the world for their filigree style, complexity and balance.