1982 Louis Roederer Cristal Rose
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The 1982 Cristal Rosé, from magnum, is striking. It offers a captivating mix of dark and bright flavors. Blood orange, spice, dried flowers and coffee race across the palate in alternating themes of darkness and lightness that engage all of the senses. The elevated yields of the vintage come through in the wine's structural feel, which may be one of the reasons the 11 grams of dosage feels a touch high. A time capsule. Disgorged: May 1996.
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Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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The 1982 Cristal Rosé (magnum) has now settled into a relaxed plateau of maturity. Candied orange peel, mint, spice, crushed flowers and star anise give the 1982 a distinctly exotic, beguiling personality that is impossible to miss. I would prefer to drink the 1982 sooner rather than later, as it is not going to improve from here, although it may very well stay in this spot for a number of years. This bottle is late disgorgement from 2002.