Sparkling Wines Champagne Krug - Brut Grande Cuvée Edition 172ème​

Krug Grande Cuvée 172ème Édition is a masterpiece of Champagne blending, crafted by one of the region’s most revered houses. As a non-vintage sparkling wine, it is the fruit of an intricate assemblage combining over 120 different crus from more than 10 different vintages, some of which may reach fifteen years of age. The grape composition varies slightly with each edition, though it typically features a balanced and complex mix of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Meunier. The meticulous vinification process involves fermentation in small oak barrels, promoting texture and depth, followed by extended lees ageing, which underpins the wine’s signature richness, finesse, and persistent mousse.

The Champagne region, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site, is defined by its cool, temperate climate and distinctive chalky soils, which confer the wines their hallmark minerality and tension. The combination of marginal ripening conditions and the complex terroirs found across villages like Ambonnay, Avize, and Le Mesnil-sur-Oger invites both elegance and vibrancy. The legacy of Champagne stretches back centuries, with houses like Krug upholding artisanal traditions while pushing the boundaries of expressive, powerful sparkling wines.

Krug Grande Cuvée’s exceptional depth makes it remarkably versatile at the table. It shines alongside refined seafood such as seared scallops or oysters, but its rich, layered texture also pairs beautifully with dishes like roast langoustines, poultry in cream sauce, or truffled risotto. For a local accent, savour it with a mature Comté cheese or even a delicate pâté en croûte. Its structure and persistence can stand up to a range of sophisticated gastronomy without being overshadowed.

For optimal enjoyment, serve Krug Grande Cuvée at 9-11°C, preferably in a fine white wine glass rather than a flute to allow full aromatic expression. Allowing the wine a few moments in the glass before tasting will reveal every nuance of its exceptional complexity and harmony.