2007 Louis Roederer Vintage Brut Rosé

Roederer's 2007 Brut Rose is surprisingly fruit driven and forward in this vintage, despite its mid-weight, gracious personality. The 2007 doesn't have as much complexity or finesse as the best Roederer Champagnes, but it makes up for that with layers of rich, creamy fruit and a totally inviting finish. With time in the glass, the 2007 turns increasingly more delicate, but ultimately it remains a wine to enjoy young for its exceptional balance and sheer deliciousness.

Roederer’s 2007 Brut Vintage Rose is surprisingly fruit driven and forward in this vintage, despite its mid-weight, gracious personality. The 2007 doesn’t have as much complexity or finesse as the best Roederer Champagnes, but it makes up for that with layers of rich, creamy fruit and a totally inviting finish. With time in the glass, the 2007 turns increasingly more delicate, but ultimately it remains a wine to enjoy young for its exceptional balance and sheer deliciousness. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2017. Roederer fans will find plenty of delicious wines in this lineup. Best of all, many of the best wines this year won’t break the bank. Unfortunately I did not taste Roederer’s NV wines, as the house does not list disgorgement dates or base vintages on their labels. Still, there are few estates in Champagne that are so consistently outstanding across their entire range. Importer: Maisons Marques & Domaines USA, Inc., Oakland, CA; tel. (510) 587-2000

From Cumières. Very faint peach shade. Apple fruit, sweet spices, soft sherbet palate with very tart acidity. Autolysis just emerging, not much complexity. Beautifully sweet fruit though, and very youthful still. Even so, solid but not thrilling. (RH)