Louis Roederer Brut Vintage 2016 is a Grand Cru Champagne of exceptional refinement from one of the Champagne region’s most celebrated and historic houses, founded in 1776 and currently managed by Frederic Rouzaud. A blend of Pinot Noir from the Grand Cru of Verzy and Chardonnay from the Grand Cru of Chouilly, this is a vintage Champagne of real complexity, precision and elegance.

Why You’ll Love It

Louis Roederer is one of the few remaining family-owned Champagne houses, and its commitment to quality is unmatched. With over 240 hectares of Grand Cru and Premier Cru vineyards, the house is self-sufficient for 70% of its non-vintage production and 100% of its vintage Champagnes, a rare distinction that gives them complete control over quality from vine to bottle. A pioneer in sustainable viticulture, Roederer employs organic and regenerative practices across its vineyards, working in harmony with nature to express the finest terroir in Champagne. The 2016 vintage is a singular tribute to the Grand Cru of Verzy, producing wines of intense fruit character, silky texture and remarkable precision.

Vineyard & Production

A blend of 68% Pinot Noir from the Grand Cru of Verzy and 32% Chardonnay from the Grand Cru of Chouilly. Harvest took place from 15 September to 1 October. Approximately 33% of the wine underwent fermentation in oak, with 5% malolactic fermentation, and a dosage of 7g/l was applied to balance freshness and richness. The 2016 growing season brought a cool, wet spring followed by a warm, dry summer with a late August heatwave, favouring the Pinot Noir with intense fruit and silky texture, while the Chardonnay achieved a chiselled, saline profile.

Tasting Notes

Gently toasted, powdery aromas on the nose, blending ripe red fruits, Burlat cherry and redcurrant, candied citrus and roasted hazelnuts. Subtle mineral notes of sun-warmed chalk and calcareous millstone emerge with aeration. The palate is complex and generous, with a juicy, creamy body layered with nectarine-like fruit. Silky, delicate bubbles enhance the texture, while mineral, spicy and lightly oaky notes provide structure. The finish is long, saline and precise, with refined sapidity and elegant persistence.

Perfect Pairings

A superb aperitif and an exceptional partner for fine dining. Excellent with lobster, scallops, turbot, roast chicken, and soft-ripened cheeses. Also a magnificent gift for any special occasion.

The Blend

Pinot Noir 68%, Chardonnay 32%