Louis Roederer Cristal 2013 Champagne Classic, chalky and powerful, Cristal 2013 is a great classic in which maturity and freshness are harmoniously interwoven ensuring potential for long ageing. Tasting Notes: A golden hue with soft, glowing highlights.Fine, steady, gentle bubbles. Powerful and complex on the palate, revealing a mixture of yellow fruit (mirabelle plum), juicy, ripe fruits (nectarine), citrus peel (candied orange) and finely-roasted nuts (hazelnut).