A good early-drinking vintage, 2004 has been rated 8/10 by Berry Bros, and they know what they're on about. This recently-released Cristal is ready, but will reward further cellaring.
The top of the range wine from Roederer, Cristal truly is an astonishing champagne despite its more recent blingy associations. The 1996 continues that year's tradition of producing excellent champagnes, with a floral bouquet and a sweet and fruity palate.
A bottle of Louis Roederer's Cristal Rosé from the highly-rated 2004 vintage. This is ready now, but will reward the patient with a few more years of cellaring.
A huge methusaleh (6 litres) of Louis Roederer's top of the range Cristal champagne. 2002 was an excellent year for champagne, with Berry Brothers claiming it to be the greatest vintage since 1990, and this bottle is big enough for everyone to have a taste.