
The 2016 Louis Roederer Rose is a Champagne blend featuring 60% Pinot Noir from Cumieres and 40% Chardonnay from Chouilly. This vintage, produced by the esteemed Louis Roederer, comes with a cork closure and an alcohol content of 12.0%. It has been crafted from biodynamically grown grapes and boasts an 8 g/l dosage.
Decanter awarded this wine a score of 94, describing it as having "a nose full of rose petals with orange skin and berry fruits." The reviewer noted that while it may not be as expressive as other Champagnes, it stands out for its "lovely soft, and delicate aromatic profile." The palate reveals flavors of "tangy lemon, raspberry, strawberry, and orange" with a "sea spray, saline finish" that is "particularly moreish." The wine is praised for its "mouthwatering acidity" and "extremely long finish."
James Suckling’s review, scored at 95 points, highlights the "fantastic aroma of Mara des Bois strawberries" and an "explosion of strawberries and ripe nectarines" on the palate. The wine is described as having "stunning vitality due to the bright and fine mousse plus the lively acidity," with a "long and elegant finish." Stuart Pigott from jamessuckling.com concludes with a recommendation to "drink or hold."
Wine Spectator gave it a 93, noting its "firm and focused" nature with a "satiny texture and hints of smoke and oyster shell." The flavors include "pureed raspberry, peach skin, and blood orange granita," complemented by a "rich touch of toasted brioche."
The Wine Independent also rated it 93, pointing out the "ripe red berry, pomegranate and kumquat aromas" and a "medium to full-bodied, plush and lemony palate." The review mentions a "faint tannic bitter note on the finish."
Jeb Dunnuck's review, at 91 points, describes the wine as "floral and primary with aromas of fresh rose petal, pure raspberry, and fresh peach." It is "medium-bodied" with a refined palate, "elegant mousse," and notes of orange. Audrey Frick suggests it should be enjoyed now and over the next 15 years.
Finally, Wine Enthusiast rated it 94, calling it "finely mature" with fruit that has "softened" and a "touch of toastiness" that provides "great balance." Roger Voss concludes that the Champagne is "totally ready to drink."
Overall, the 2016 Louis Roederer Rose is a well-crafted Champagne blend that has received high praise for its complexity, balance, and elegance.