Louis Roederer

Question 1

Group ownership

Answer 1

also owns Deutz, Roederer Estate, Sharffenberger, Ramos-Pinto, Domaines Ott, Delas, Chateau Haut-Beusejour, Pichon-Longueville Comtesse de Lalande

Question 2

Louis Roederer

Answer 2

joined Dubois in 1827, took over in 1833, and Dubois became Louis Roederer. His greatest achievement was in conquering Russian market, 1876 Alexander II requested Louis Roederer create now famous Cristal (then very sweet)

Question 3

October Revolution

Answer 3

1917 deprived firm of its principle market (Russia),

Question 4

Madame Camille Olry-Roederer

Answer 4

took control in 1933. She ran firm for 42 years, it ultimately passed to her grandson Jean-Claude Rouzaud who was in charge until 2006. Rouzaud kept Roederer Family-Run

Question 5

Vineyards

Answer 5

214 hectares (127 hectares grand cru) represents 70% of houses needs. All grapes for Cristal come from Roederer vineyards

Question 6

Frederic Rouzaud

Answer 6

now in charge

Question 7

Cristal

Answer 7

only packaged in crystal for a couple years because crystal too flimsy to withstand pressure

Question 8

organic and Biodynamic farming

Answer 8

Roederer largest owner of organically farmed vineyards in Champage. Also has 40 ha farmed biodynamically

Question 9

Cristal Rose

Answer 9

1974 first vintage. 70% pn, 30% chard