The winery
Louis Roederer
Champagne house based in Reims, known for the prestige cuvée Cristal and for its extensive vineyard holdings partly managed using organic and biodynamic practices.
- Champagne (Montagne de Reims, Vallée de la Marne, Côte des Blancs) · Francia
- Since 1776
- 1 product
The story
The house dates back to the 18th century and took the name of its heir, Louis Roederer, in the 19th century; it became internationally renowned and in 1876 created its flagship cuvée, Cristal, at the request of Tsar Alexander II. Over time the Maison has expanded its vineyard holdings and consolidated a production model based on a significant proportion of estate-grown grapes and extended cellar ageing.
Production philosophy
Strong focus on grape control, parcel-based vinification and enhancement of the terroir; in recent years the estate has pursued low environmental impact practices, converting to organic farming and placing portions of its vineyards under biodynamic management, as well as maturation techniques aimed at preserving freshness and terroir expression.
Terroir and vineyards
Headquarters and cellars in Reims; vineyards spread across the main Champagne areas, particularly Montagne de Reims, Vallée de la Marne and Côte des Blancs, with integrated sourcing from selected suppliers.
Awards and recognition
Robert Parker Green Emblem.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Chardonnay
- Pinot Noir
- Pinot Meunier
- Hectares
- 240.0
- Bottles per year
- 3500000
What makes it distinctive
- Prestige cuvée Cristal, created in 1876.
- Historic headquarters in Reims, the heart of Champagne.
- Approximately 240 hectares of estate-owned vineyards, covering most of the estate's needs.
- Growing commitment to organic and biodynamic practices.
- Annual production on the order of a few million bottles.