Krug
Grande Cuvee Brut Edition 173eme
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier, Pinot Nero |
| Aging | Blending of over 120 wines from different vintages, then matured/aged for 6–10 years to achieve complexity |
- Iconic cuvée: Krug Grande Cuvée 173rd Edition, Champagne Brut D.O.C., 0.75 l
- Balanced blend: 48% Pinot Noir, 35% Chardonnay, 17% Pinot Meunier
- Traditional method: over 120 wines from 10 vintages, matured on the lees for 6–10 years
- Aroma and taste: notes of citrus, brioche and honey; creamy, fresh and persistent palate
- Serving and pairings: temperature 10–12 °C; suitable for raw seafood and mature cheeses
Description
What kind of wine is it
Krug Grande Cuvée is a Brut Champagne produced using the rigorous Traditional Method from a harmonious blend of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier. This wine stands out for its full and creamy style, the result of blending numerous different wines. On the nose, the Champagne reveals aromas of flowers, citrus, ripe and dried fruit, enriched with marzipan, gingerbread, hazelnut, brioche and honey. On the palate, it is delicate yet intense, enlivened by fine and lively bubbles, with balanced acidity and a long finish on notes of lemon, almond, nougat and eucalyptus.
Where does it come from
This wine originates in France, in the Champagne region, the chosen territory for Krug. The cuvée is created from a rigorous selection of grapes from multiple vineyards, chosen to ensure perfect stylistic continuity. Its origin is reflected in a fresh and precise profile, balancing structure and aromatic intensity. The skilful blend of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier defines a complex character, where notes of white-fleshed fruit, citrus and hints of bread and dried fruit play a central role.
How is it produced
The production follows the Traditional Method, starting from a cuvée created by blending numerous base wines from different vintages, with a significant presence of reserve wines. After the blend is created, refermentation takes place in the bottle, followed by a prolonged ageing on the lees. This period of rest in the cellar allows for the development of pronounced aromatic complexity and a creamy texture. The final result integrates floral notes, citrus, barley sugar and fruit jelly in a sip of profound persistence.
History and Curiosities
Founded in Reims in 1843 by Joseph Krug, the Maison continues to honour his bold vision with the Krug Grande Cuvée 173rd Edition. This Champagne, created from the 2017 harvest, is the result of a masterful blend of over 120 wines from around ten different vintages. Its extraordinary depth matures in the cellar for 6-10 years, ensuring a generous and unmistakable style. Awarded 97 points by Falstaff and James Suckling, this iconic cuvée embodies timeless elegance.
Awards
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95/100
Decanter is a wine and lifestyle magazine, published monthly in around 90 countries. The magazine includes industry news, classic guides and advice on wine and spirits.
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95/100
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Tasting notes
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Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
15 - 25 years
- Start up year: 1843
- Hectares: 20
With a very original approach to Champagne making, he decided to go beyond the notion of vintage to create the most generous expression of Champagne, every year. Thus, he founded a House in which all Champagnes are of the same level of distinction.
Six generations of the Krug family have perpetuated this dream, enriching the founder’s vision and savoir faire. Read more
| Name | Krug Champagne Grande Cuvee Brut Edition 173eme |
|---|---|
| Type | White classic method sparkling wine brut |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier, Pinot Nero |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Krug |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in Reims in 1843 by Joseph Krug, the Maison continues to honour his bold vision with the Krug Grande Cuvée 173rd Edition. This Champagne, created from the 2017 harvest, is the result of a masterful blend of over 120 wines from around ten different vintages. Its extraordinary depth matures in the cellar for 6 0 years, ensuring a generous and unmistakable style. Awarded 97 points by Falstaff and James Suckling, this iconic cuvée embodies timeless elegance. |
| Origin | France, Champagne region |
| Production technique | Traditional method |
| Wine making | Brut Champagne made using the traditional method; a blend of over 120 wines from around ten vintages with more than fifty reserve wines, then aged for 6–10 years to achieve complexity. |
| Aging | Blending of over 120 wines from different vintages, then matured/aged for 6–10 years to achieve complexity |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |