Champagne Louis Roederer Cristal Vinotheque 2000 has just been released .

Champagne house Louis Roederer has launched the 2000 Vinothèque, only the fourth vintage release of the extremely rare and extra-aged Cristal.

Following the release of 1995, 1996 and 1999, the latest Vinothèque enjoyed an extended ageing time of 20 years.

This cuvée was aged for 11 years “sur lattes ” followed by five years “sur pointes ” and benefitted from a further four years of rest after disgorgement.

“The Cristal 2000 was born in a chaotic year but has turned out to be quite a revelation, surprising us since day one with its remarkable finesse. It is without a doubt the most elusive of all the Cristal vintages yet has somehow become the one that best embodies the beauty of the Champagne region,” says the Champagne house.

Available as a white and a rosé, Cristal Vinothèque 2000 is described a “Grand Vin de Champagne”.