Krug Grande Cuvée 171st Edition NV

An iconic multi-vintage Champagne, blending over 120 wines from more than 10 different years to achieve perfect harmony. The bouquet is complex and inviting, with citrus, apple and peach interwoven with notes of brioche, honey, almond and spice. The palate is rich yet precise, combining layers of orchard and stone fruit with fine bubbles, fresh acidity and a long, elegant finish. Extended ageing on lees adds depth and texture, giving the wine both grandeur and remarkable longevity.

Founded in 1843, Krug is celebrated worldwide for its philosophy of crafting prestige Champagne exclusively from multi-vintage blends. Each edition of Grande Cuvée represents the maison’s pursuit of excellence, with the 171st Edition based on the 2015 harvest and enriched by reserve wines dating back more than a decade.

“Deep copper gold. Tiny, tiny bead. Much more obvious acidity, age and (lightly oaky?) savour on the nose than Cristal 2013. Aérien with blossomy notes with a little mandarin. Very marked acidity on the palate. A real wake-up call! Sleek and fresh and truly spring-like with a light yeasty note on the very long finish. The most pleasure to be had initially is in the nose and the finish. The palate is still a bit of shock. This should have a long life. Bone-dry finish and playing the intellectual card. Throbs on the palate with all its vibrancy. Long. Tighter than the 168ème Édition. Structure dominates fruit.” - 18 Pts, Jancis Robinson MW