The 2008 Cristal Rosé Late Release is a blend of 56% Pinot Noir and 44% Chardonnay with 8 grams per liter of dosage. 16% malolactic was performed and 17% of the base wines were vinified in French oak. Pale salmon-pink colored, it shimmies out of the glass with youthful scents of cranberries and wild strawberries, opening out to hints of brioche, candle wax, lavender, and wet slate. The palate is wonderfully elegant and whispery, delivering minuscule, pinprick bubbles and a crisp backbone to match the bright, intense red berry flavors, finishing long and perfumed. This stunning new iteration sits between the standard Cristal release (minimum 6 years on lees) and the Vinothèque release in terms of aging prior to release. This 2008 was disgorged in March 2022. The "Late Release" edition of the already remarkable 2008 Cristal Rosé adeptly adds that extra layer of texture, complexity, and finesse, taking it to the absolute pinnacle of what it can be. Bravo!

The 2008 Cristal Late Release is a blend of 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay with 8 grams per liter of dosage. 19% malolactic was performed and 20% of the base wines were vinified in French oak. It opens with a real WOW! Grapefruit, limes, honeycomb, and coriander seed scents jump from the glass, followed by suggestions of honeycomb, almond croissant, and crushed rocks. The palate is amazingly intense with shimmery citrus fruit and spicy layers framed by exquisitely fine bubbles and a crisp line of acidity, finishing very long and zesty. This stunning new iteration sits between the standard Cristal release (minimum 6 years on lees) and the Vinothèque release in terms of aging prior to release. This 2008 was disgorged in March 2022. The "Late Release" edition of the already remarkable 2008 Cristal adeptly adds that extra layer of texture, complexity, and finesse, taking it to the absolute pinnacle of what it can be. Bravo!

A powerful white, with a vibrant backbone of sleek, mouthwatering acidity that lends itself to the pear, lemon sherbet and crunchy star fruit flavors. Offers details of white pepper, vetiver, lemon balm, freshly grated ginger and lemon salt on a crisp frame. Drink now through 2038. 1,050 cases made.

This powerful, silky red unleashes wave after wave of black plum, salty licorice and smoked meat. Bay leaf and grilled garrigue notes chime in, with a warm brush of toasty cedar. A tangy jolt of acidity keeps this fresh and driven. Offering plenty of power in reserve, this is one for the cellar. Best from 2027 through 2040.

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