2018 Champagne Louis Roederer Brut Nature

The House of Louis Roederer: Timeless elegance and vision

Louis Roederer is one of the few Champagne houses that has remained entirely family-owned. Since its founding in 1776 in Reims, the house has been known for its meticulous attention to detail and its commitment to pure, expressive Champagnes. Roederer owns over 240 hectares of its own vineyards, spread across the finest crus of Champagne. This allows the house to manage its grapes entirely independently and guarantees that only the highest quality is used. Roederer's style is refined, mineral, and always focused on a balance between power and elegance.

A collaboration between Roederer and Philippe Starck

For the Brut Nature 2018, Louis Roederer once again collaborated with world-renowned designer Philippe Starck. This collaboration, which began in 2006, revolves around the idea of purity and simplicity—a Champagne without makeup, directly reflecting the character of the vintage. Starck not only designed the minimalist label but also co-created the concept: a wine that strips away unnecessary elements and draws its identity purely from terroir and climate. The Brut Nature 2018 is the third edition of this collaborative project and perfectly reflects the idea of natural expression and clarity.

The 2018 vintage: ripe, sunny and perfectly balanced

2018 was an exceptional year in Champagne. The summer was warm and dry, resulting in perfectly ripe grapes in excellent health. At the same time, cool nights and ample water reserves preserved freshness and acidity. The result is a vintage that is both generous and energetic—an ideal base for a Brut Nature without dosage. The wine is vinified from a blend of approximately 55% Pinot Noir, 25% Pinot Meunier, and 20% Chardonnay. The estate used grapes exclusively from its own biodynamically farmed vineyards in the Vallée de la Marne.

Vinification and style of the Brut Nature 2018

This cuvée is all about purity. The base wines are partially vinified in oak and then blended without the addition of dosage. The second fermentation in the bottle and aging on the lees lasted several years, allowing the wine to develop depth and texture without losing its vibrant freshness. The Brut Nature 2018 is a Champagne with a distinctive character, perfectly balancing fruit, minerality, and structure. The alcohol content is approximately 12%, and thanks to the absence of dosage, the mouthfeel is particularly taut and energetic.

Color, smell and taste

The Champagne displays a bright golden yellow color with fine, persistent bubbles. The aroma reveals notes of citrus, ripe apple, toasted almond, and brioche, followed by a subtle chalky minerality. On the palate, the wine is dry, refreshing, and precise, with layered flavors of white fruit, lime, and lightly toasted hazelnut. The finish is long, clean, and salty, with an almost tactile tension typical of the Brut Nature style. It is a wine that combines elegance and intensity in a rare natural way.

Expected availability

The Louis Roederer Brut Nature 2018 is expected to be available in November 2025. This edition also comes in Starck's signature design—sleek, contemporary, and minimalist. The edition is limited, and demand for this unique collaboration is traditionally high. Anyone wanting to secure a few bottles is advised to reserve early.

The 2018 Brut Nature is the successor to the 2015 and is already being compared to the legendary 1999'er

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Wine and food pairings with Louis Roederer Brut Nature 2018

• Tuna tartare with lime and avocado: the freshness of the wine accentuates the delicate flavour of the tuna and the citrus aroma.
• Grilled scallops with lemon butter and dill: the salty and brioche notes of Champagne perfectly complement the soft character of the scallops.
• Salad with fresh goat cheese and roasted nuts: the dry character of the wine provides a nice balance with the creaminess of the cheese.
• Salmon and sea bass sashimi: the clean acidity and mineral freshness enhance the purity of the dish.
• Quail with cauliflower cream and hazelnut: the round texture of the wine complements this elegant dish beautifully.
• Lemon and green asparagus risotto: the vibrant mousse and freshness bring balance and refinement to this creamy dish.