Louis Roederer Collection 247 Brut, Champagne, France 375ml

Collection 247 Brut is the 247th blend in Roederer’s modern Collection series, the house’s multi-vintage successor to Brut Premier. It is built around the 2022 harvest, complemented by Roederer’s perpetual reserve dating back to 2012, giving it considerably more depth and complexity than a straightforward non-vintage Champagne.

The blend is 44% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Noir, and 26% Meunier, with 27% perpetual reserve and 23% of the wines seeing oak. Dosage is 7 g/L. The 2022 base brings ripe, juicy fruit, while the reserve contributes Roederer’s characteristic smoky, chalky complexity.

In the glass, expect ripe citrus, yellow fruit, floral notes, roasted spice, chalk, and subtle smoke, with a creamy, fleshy palate balanced by freshness and a saline, mineral finish.