The ultimate prestige cuvee Champagne, Cristal was first produced by Louis Roederer for Tsar Alexander II of Russia in 1876. Bottled in clear glass with a flat base and distinctive yellow cellophane wrapper to protect the wine from light, only the best selection from the family owned biodynamic vineyards are used in the final blend. Aged for a minimum of 7 years in the cellars before release and only produced in the best years, Cristal is world renowned by experts as the most precise expression of Champagne and whilst can be enjoyed young will benefit from long term cellaring. 'Champagne Louis Roederer - Hand in Hand with Nature.' Worlds Most Admired Champagne Brand 2021 (Drinks Business)