Description
Krug Rose
Krug Rose is the only prestige cuvee rose to be blended from a rich palette of wines from three different grape varieties, and from several vintages. These are combined with a very expressive skin-fermented Pinot Noir wine to provide its unparalleled color and spice. A stay of at least five years in the cellars gives Krug Rose its subtle bubbles and long-lasting elegance.Krug Rose is a remarkable Champagne surpassing the very notion of vintage.
Composed around the harvest of 2013, Krug Grande Cuvée 169ème Édition is a blend of 146 wines from 11 different years. The youngest is from the year 2013 and the oldest dates back to 2000.
In all, reserve wines from the House’s extensive library made up 40% of the final blend, bringing the breadth and roundness so essential to each Édition of Krug Grande Cuvée.
The final composition of this champagne is 43% Pinot Noir, 35% Chardonnay and 22% Meunier.
In all, over 20 years of careful craftsmanship were necessary to enjoy Krug Grande Cuvée 169ème Édition.
Characteristics and tasting advice for Krug Rosé
Tasting
Color
The color reveals a golden salmon hue with delicate coral reflections.
Nose
The nose, both fine and floral, reveals a complex and charming bouquet.
Palate
The palate offers notes of wild strawberries, raspberries, and spices in a silky texture. The finish is joyful and refined, carried by discreet, fine, and persistent bubbles.
Food and wine pairings
This rosé champagne perfectly accompanies poultry, small game, red fruit or dark chocolate desserts. It also enhances shellfish such as crab, spider crab, and lobster. It is exceptional with exotic cuisines.
An exceptional rosé champagne signed by Krug
The property
Founded in 1843 by Johann-Joseph Krug in Reims, the Krug House is a pillar of excellence in champagne, producing exclusively prestige cuvées. With 19 hectares of vines and a unique approach respecting the individuality of each plot, Krug creates champagnes of consistent quality, regardless of climate variations.
The vineyard
Produced in limited quantity, this cuvée is made from a blend of Ay pinot noirs, an emblematic terroir of Champagne.
Vinification and aging
This rosé champagne undergoes 5 to 6 years of aging in the cellar.
Grapes
The blend includes three grape varieties: pinot noir (providing depth, intensity, and exceptional longevity), meunier (very fruity), and chardonnay (fine and elegant)
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of flowers in bloom, ripe, dried and citrus fruits, as well as marzipan and gingerbread.
Flavours of hazelnut, nougat, barley sugar, jellied and citrus fruits, almonds, brioche and honey.
| Country | France |
| Area | Champagne |
| Color | Rosé |
| Environment | Sustainable viticulture |
| In-Stock | Available |
| Alcohol | 12.5 |
| Grape varieties | Chardonnay/Pinot Noir/Pinot Meunier |
| Wine certification | AOC |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |
Seal of quality
95 POINTS – Alison Napjus, Wine Spectator, Jan 2012
Trade name
Champagner
Item No.
1114929
Country of origin
France
Manufacturer information
Champagne Krug,Rue Coquebert 5,51100 Reims,FR
Tasting notes for Krug Rose unveil harmonies of puff pastry and red-berry tart, which develop towards honey and citrus fruits. Enthr alling floral accents and notes of dried or stewed fruit are also revealed. On the nose, Krug Rose shows a broad and extensive aromatic palette, unusual for a Rose Champagne. On the palate, Krug Rose’s extreme delicacy is enhanced by the subtlety of its fine and e legant bubbles. Krug Rose is unexpected, sensual and daring.
