Experience the elegance of Roederer Estate L'Ermitage 2019 Brut, an exceptional sparkling wine that represents a milestone for this prestigious tête de cuvée. Hand-crafted in California's pristine Anderson Valley, this wine showcases the unique terroir of the region with extraordinary critical acclaim including a perfect 100-point score from Wine Enthusiast. The concept of the vintage L'Ermitage is the same one that is used in Champagne: only the best of the vintage is selected, creating a "noble" blend that allows for longer aging and produces a fine wine with elegance and finesse.
Exceptional Critical Acclaim
Wine Enthusiast - 100 Points / Cellar Selection
"If sunshine could be bottled it would be this. Aromas of fresh succulent stone fruit, a hint of yeast, citrus blossoms and notes of quince on the nose. The mousse is creamy and light with baked red apples, blood orange zest, white grapefruit, sticky caramel and layered salinity with a mouthwatering finish. It will bring a smile to your lips."
— Tonya Pitts, Aug. 2025
JamesSuckling.com - 97 Points
"Pretty, delicate aromas of salt, herbs and pine forest. A compelling wine that really speaks of place, with fine bubbles that coat the palate before resolving in a finish of citrus oil and resinous herbs. Very fresh, layered, vibrant and medium- to full-bodied, with some wonderful chalkiness at the end."
— Courtney Humiston, Dec. 2025
Vinous.com - 96 Points
"A young, potent wine, the 2019 Brut L'Ermitage is shaping up to be the greatest wine ever made at Roederer Estate. The aromatics are beguiling, but the 2019 is going to need a number of years to settle down. Readers will have to be patient. The 2019 is seriously impressive, but it needs time. ... Superb."
— Antonio Galloni, June 2025
JebDunnuck.com - 95 Points
"A complete, well-integrated, medium-bodied sparkling wine with a balance of fruit and savory notes, it offers flecks of oak spice and pastry crust. Textured and creamy in style, it has a lingering brightness on the finish and should age well over the next 10-15 years."
— Virginie Boone, February 2025
Karen MacNeil - 95 Points
"L'Ermitage is not made every year, but when it is, it's perhaps the most graceful sparkling wine made in California. It's beautifully complex as well as refined. Layers of creamy notes are interspersed with a taut crispness. Purity and energy are woven together... It all adds up to a wine of great finesse."
— September 2024
Wine Spectator - 94 Points
"Dynamic yet elegantly structured, with alluring flavors of Asian pear, baked apple, brioche, clove and nutmeg that build richness on the graceful finish."
— Tim Fish, February 2025
VinePair - 93 Points
"L'Ermitage is a special cuvée, made only in exceptional years. The wine has a river-rock minerality on the nose, with hints of sliced pear and vanilla bean. The palate is liquid gold with notes of roasted pear and cream and an elegant mouthfeel."
— Keith Beavers, December 2024
Roederer Estate - Champagne Heritage in California
When a house from the prestigious region of Champagne takes interest in making wine in the U.S., it's a big deal. When the Roederer family arrived in California they headed north of the famed Napa and Sonoma to the cooler climate of Anderson Valley in Mendocino County. Roederer Estate's dedication to quality ensures that each bottle not only meets but exceeds the expectations of discerning wine lovers.
L'Ermitage - Tête de Cuvée
L'Ermitage is not made every year, but when it is, it's perhaps the most graceful sparkling wine made in California. This special cuvée is made only in exceptional years, representing the pinnacle of Roederer Estate's production.
"Greatest Wine Ever Made at Roederer Estate"
As Antonio Galloni notes, "the 2019 Brut L'Ermitage is shaping up to be the greatest wine ever made at Roederer Estate." This milestone vintage represents the culmination of decades of expertise and dedication.
2019 Vintage Milestone
2019 L'Ermitage represents a milestone for the tête de cuvée as the first vintage of these wines to go through malolactic fermentation. The pH range is close to that of 2006, which was revered for its smoothness, making it a less classic, taut L'Ermitage and calling for a lower dosage, as well as an early release and drinking window.
Blend Composition
The 2019 Brut L'Ermitage blends 52% Chardonnay and 48% Pinot Noir, all estate grown from one growing season, with 3.9% Chardonnay from the 2016 vintage, and a dosage of 6 grams per liter. These carefully selected grapes are crafted using traditional methods.
Oak Aging & Batonnage
About 4.9% of the wine was fermented in oak cask, with gentle batonnage for eight weeks. The wine used for the dosage is a 2019 aged in oak cask for four years. The wine rests with its yeast lees for 4 years, and a small bit of oak-aged reserve wine is added at the end.
Extended Aging
Following disgorgement, 2019 L'Ermitage was aged an additional seven months on the cork prior to release. This extended aging process imparts a fine mousse and a persistent finish that lingers on the palate.
Tasting Profile
Appearance: Liquid gold
Aroma: Quince paste, light pastry crust, fresh succulent stone fruit, citrus blossoms, salt, herbs, pine forest, river-rock minerality, sliced pear, vanilla bean
Palate: Bright entry with textured midpalate. Creamy and light mousse. Baked red apples, blood orange zest, white grapefruit, sticky caramel, layered salinity. Asian pear, baked apple, brioche, clove, nutmeg. Roasted pear and cream. Fine bubbles that coat the palate
Finish: Mouthwatering finish highlighted by pear skin and even, creamy texture. Citrus oil and resinous herbs. Wonderful chalkiness. Lingering brightness
Anderson Valley Terroir
A compelling wine that really speaks of place. The cooler climate of Anderson Valley in Mendocino County creates ideal conditions for producing world-class sparkling wine with freshness, vibrancy, and distinctive character.
10-15 Year Aging Potential
Should age well over the next 10-15 years. While seriously impressive now, it needs time to fully develop. Readers will have to be patient, but the wait will be rewarded.
Food Pairing Suggestions
It is a perfect match for any culinary pairing:
- Seafood and shellfish
- Rich cheeses
- Brunch dishes
- Light appetizers
- Celebratory toasts
Serving Suggestions
Serve the Roederer Estate L'Ermitage 2019 Brut chilled in a flute glass to highlight its elegance and fine bubbles. It is an excellent choice for toasting at weddings, celebrations, or intimate gatherings. Alternatively, enjoy a glass during a sunset picnic or as an accompaniment to brunch.
"If Sunshine Could Be Bottled"
As Wine Enthusiast beautifully describes: "If sunshine could be bottled it would be this... It will bring a smile to your lips." This wine is not just a drink; it's an experience that transforms every moment into a memorable celebration.
Purity, Energy & Finesse
Purity and energy are woven together. It all adds up to a wine of great finesse. Beautifully complex as well as refined, with layers of creamy notes interspersed with a taut crispness.
Perfect for Every Occasion
This sparkling wine is incredibly versatile, making it suitable for a myriad of occasions. Whether you are celebrating a special occasion or simply enjoying an elegant evening, this wine is sure to impress and make every sip a delightful experience.
Roederer Estate Anderson Valley L'Ermitage 2019 Brut 750ml
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