Roger Brut Vintage 2018

Released in 2024 to mark Pol Rogers 175th anniversary, the 2018 vintage is hailed as among the elite 8 vintages (1928, 1988, 1998, 2008, now 2018) that define the House.This is a Grand & Premier Cru blend (60% Pinot Noir, 40% Chardonnay) drawn from 20 select villages in the Montagne de Reims and the C*te des Blancs.

Pol Roger has styled this as muscular, generous, firm, rich, powerful and demonstrative. Tasting Notes Colour: Pale yellow with silver highlights and a luminous clarity. Nose: At first reserved, then opening into aromas of fresh and exotic fruits pineapple, white peach joined by dried fruit, pastry, brioche, hazelnut, and subtle citrus peel.With time: touches of toasted nuts, marmalade, and baked brioche emerge.

Palate: Fresh and agile, with crisp acidity giving backbone. The fruit layers persist citrus, candied orange peel, poached pear, and sweet orchard fruit backed by pastry character, a creamy texture, and a hint of mineral tension. Technical Details Grape Blend: 60% Pinot Noir / 40% Chardonnay Vineyard Classification: Grand & Premier Cru (20 villages across Montagne de Reims & C*te des Blancs) Lees Ageing: 4 years on lees (minimum) Dosage: ~7 g/L (relatively restrained for vintage) Disgorged: November 2023 ABV: 12,5% Bottle Size:750ml Drinkability / Ageing Window: Now to ~2030 or beyond, depending on cellaring and bottle maturity.

Collectors Note 2018 was a sun-drenched vintage for Champagne, with a long, hot summer and early harvest (beginning 20 August) giving ripe fruit but preserving acidity thanks to cool nights.Pol Roger describes the vintage as among their finest 8 years, evoking parallels with 1928.Because of its graceful balance of power and freshness, this vintage is expected to evolve beautifully over time and already stands out as a refined, expressive release.