| Rating | 96 |
| Style | Sparkling White |
| Blend | Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier |
| Vintage | NV |
| Appellation |
Champagne France |
| ABV | 12% |
| Price | $250.00 |
| Print Shelf Talker | |
| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2023-12-06 |
Perfect For
Long-Term Aging, Special Occasion Splurges, Winning Over the Boss
Drink If You Like
Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier , Pinot Noir
Krug Grande Cuvée 171ème Édition NV Review
Krug does not do vintage wines nor do they have a non-vintage house style. Every year they make the best wine they can based on the harvest. And every year a different proportion of their reserve wine joins the cuvée as it harmonizes with that year’s vinification. They call these editions. This bottle is the 171st edition — and it's spectacular. It's a wine with personality far beyond what's typical in the region. It is rich and complex with layers of textures and aromas. The full, bready nose is contrasted with hints of red berries and tart white cherries. The mouthfeel has elegance, finesse, and depth. The easy perlage takes a back seat to the creamy texture and rounded fruit notes.
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