Each week, I highlight a wine that truly captivates me—whether for its distinct character, fascinating story, or sheer pleasure in the glass. This week, the 2012 Roederer Estate L’Ermitage Brut Rosé takes the spotlight.
This wine delivers the unique experience of drinking mature sparkling wine, where time has added complexity, revealing savory notes, a softer mousse, and integrated acidity. It’s a sophisticated journey beyond initial sparkle, inviting deep appreciation.
About Roederer Estate
Founded in 1982, Roederer Estate is the only Champagne house to establish its California outpost in Anderson Valley, setting itself apart from others that favor Napa or Sonoma. The valley’s coastal influence offers warm days and cool nights, enabling grapes to ripen slowly, fully expressing the estate’s terroir. Roederer Estate combines this unique terroir with its French heritage, drawing on centuries-old traditions to produce wines that reflect both Anderson Valley’s character and Roederer’s legacy of excellence.
One of the few California sparkling houses to source solely estate-grown fruit, Roederer Estate brings meticulous attention to its farming and winemaking. The process begins with an intimate understanding of the estate’s soils, and extends to organic and biodynamic vineyard practices. With detailed tracking of grape maturity, Roederer ensures a perfect balance at harvest—an approach that emphasizes quality and sustainability in every aspect of production.
L’Ermitage Legacy
L’Ermitage, Roederer Estate’s exceptional tête de cuvée, is crafted only in standout years from pre-selected, estate-grown grapes. Upholding the tradition of Champagne Louis Roederer, this sparkling wine is made in the méthode traditionnelle, with oak-aged reserve
This Article was originally published on ENOFYLZ Wine Blog
