Champagne Louis Roederer is a visit you must make on your next trip to Reims. The house has been a leader of both biodynamic and organic farming in the Champagne region. Champagne Louis Roederer should be included on your Reims itinerary.
HistoryChampagne Louis Roederer was founded in Reims in 1776 as Dubois Père & Fils. Louis Roederer inherited the house in 1883 from his uncle. He knew the importance of the vineyards and knew that by taking great care of the vines the champagne would be positively affected. He quickly acquired some Grand Cru vineyards. The importance of the soil and the vines was embedded in the house and it still exists today. During the late 19th century, the house of Louis Roederer began exporting their champagnes to Russia and the United States. The Tsar became a fan of the champagne house and Louis Roederer II created the very first tete-de-cuvée (prestige bottling) in 1876. The bottle was made of crystal and was aptly named Cristal. The bottom of the bottle is flat, as the Tsar did not want a bomb hidden within the punt of the bottle. This requires the glass to be extra strong to ensure the pressure does not break the bottle. There is a sculpture of the Tsar inside the Louis Roederer cellar entrance.
The house is still family owned currently by the 7th generation and still creates Cristal in only the finest vintages. Currently the vineyards and
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