Louis Roederer Brut Champagne 2016

A seamless Champagne, deftly knitting flavors of crushed black raspberry, tangerine peel, chalk and Marcona almond with the fine china-like acidity and satiny mousse. The graceful balance gives this an effortless feel, but there’s intensity and drive to this well-tailored version. Long and fragrant on the finish, with hints of ground ginger, blood orange zest and mineral. Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Drink now through 2040. Score – 94. (Alison Napjus, winespectator.com, Sept. 25, 2024)