Champagne AOC Brut Grande Cuvée 171ème Édition Krug

Joseph Krug had a dream, that of being able to give the world every year the best Champagne that his estates could offer, regardless of the climatic trend: Krug Grande Cuvée is the highest, most sublime and faithful manifestation of this warning, an objective of absolute quality that the Krug maison has pursued with inimitable style since 1843. The Édition number corresponds to the number of times in which the founder of Krug managed to give substance to his dream.

The assembly of the 171st edition of Krug Grande Cuvée is made up of 131 wines selected from 12 different vintages, with an average age of 8 years. The youngest dates back to 2015, while the oldest is from 2000. The reserve wines used to create the 171st edition of Krug Grande Cuvée come from different plots and 11 different vintages. Their presence gives the wine complexity and roundness.

Krug Grande Cuvée 171st edition has an intense golden yellow color. The perlage is fine and persistent. The aroma is intense and complex, with notes of ripe fruit, white flowers, spices and citrus fruits. The taste is balanced and harmonious, with a beautiful freshness and a long persistence.

Krug Grande Cuvée 171st edition lends itself to a multitude of culinary combinations, from the simplest to the most sophisticated. It can be served as an aperitif, accompanied by fish, meat or cheese dishes, or as a meditation wine.