{"product_id":"cristal-2008-champagne-in-astuccio","title":"Cristal 2008 Champagne in Box","description":"\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChampagne \u003cstrong\u003eCristal 2008\u003c\/strong\u003e in box: millesimé elegance signed by \u003cstrong\u003eLouis Roederer\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCristal 2008 Champagne\u003c\/strong\u003e in box is one of the most iconic labels of the \u003cstrong\u003eLouis Roederer\u003c\/strong\u003e house, offered here in a vintage version designed for special occasions. It is born from a blend dominated by \u003cstrong\u003ePinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e with a significant portion of \u003cstrong\u003eChardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e, and expresses a refined, deep, and luminous style. It is a champagne of great personality, built on balance, precision, and the ability to evolve over time without losing freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTerritory and wine style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cristal cuvée roots its identity in the chalky and limestone soils of Champagne, which help define its tense, pure, and mineral profile. The vintage \u003cstrong\u003e2008\u003c\/strong\u003e interprets an intense and contradictory year, with a structure that combines concentration, liveliness, and complexity. The long aging in the cellar, indicated at 6 years before commercialization and with further resting after disgorgement, completes a style that is austere yet generous, capable of uniting energy and finesse in a very harmonious way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it presents a brilliant and refined profile, accompanied by a sensation of depth and precision. On the nose, notes of white fruits and citrus emerge, supported by a chalky matrix and vibrant freshness. On the palate, the sip is linear, velvety, and very persistent, with a mineral tension that provides lift and definition. The balance between structure, freshness, and creaminess makes \u003cstrong\u003eCristal 2008\u003c\/strong\u003e a champagne of great class, capable of remaining clear and complex until the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to its finesse and structure, \u003cstrong\u003eCristal 2008 Champagne\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs naturally with elegant and flavorful dishes. It is ideal with raw seafood, oysters, shellfish, fish tartare, delicate carpaccios, and noble fish preparations. Excellent also with gourmet cuisine, refined poultry, seafood risottos, and not overly aged hard cheeses. On the most important occasions, it can accompany an entire tasting menu, enhancing rich yet balanced courses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eServing temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe \u003cstrong\u003eCristal 2008\u003c\/strong\u003e at a temperature between \u003cstrong\u003e8 and 10°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, preferably in a wide champagne glass to enhance aromatic expression. If possible, opening it shortly before serving helps to better capture its olfactory precision and the finesse of the bubbles, without the need for decanting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoosing \u003cstrong\u003eCristal 2008 Champagne in box\u003c\/strong\u003e means opting for a prestigious vintage that combines elegance, structure, and longevity. It is a perfect bottle to celebrate an important moment, for a high-level gift, or to enrich a reference champagne collection. Its sophisticated profile, the unmistakable signature of \u003cstrong\u003eLouis Roederer\u003c\/strong\u003e, and its great capacity for evolution make it an authoritative choice for those seeking an iconic and memorable wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Louis Roederer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56658781962626,"sku":"c1ffccd2f2","price":490.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8033\/1394\/files\/0a2fca3a57e85aca58c21252f84331a0.jpg?v=1779203650","url":"https:\/\/italianwineselection.com\/en\/products\/cristal-2008-champagne-in-astuccio-product","provider":"Italian Wine Selection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}