Krug Champagne AOC Grande Cuvée 173eme

Krug – Champagne AOC Grande Cuvée 173ème Édition

The Grande Cuvée 173ème Édition embodies the founding vision of Maison Krug: to offer the absolute pinnacle of Champagne excellence and generosity every single year, regardless of annual climate variations. This masterpiece stems from a harmonious blend of the region's classic grape varieties — Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Meunier — drawing from over a hundred reserve wines aged for years in Reims cellars. At least seven years of cellar aging give this cuvée legendary allure and unrivaled depth.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Deep, radiant golden yellow with exceptionally fine, dense, and infinitely persistent bubbles.
• Nose: Majestic, complex, and captivating bouquet featuring notes of blooming flowers, dried fruit, toasted hazelnuts, wild berries, gingerbread, candied citrus peel, and warm brioche.
• Palate: An explosion of elegance and structure on the palate. Broad, velvety, and deeply expressive, framed by crystalline freshness and nuances of almond, nougat, citrus, and sweet spices leading to an endless finish.

Food Pairings

The extraordinary breadth and versatility of Krug Grande Cuvée make it a sensational partner for unforgettable dining experiences:

• Oysters, caviar, top-tier raw seafood, langoustines, and scallop carpaccio.
• White truffle creations, crustacean risottos, and haute cuisine fish dishes like baked turbot.
• Aged gourmet cheeses like 36-month Parmigiano Reggiano or fine Jabugo/Pata Negra ham.

Technical Specifications

• Appellation: AOC Champagne
• Producer: Maison Krug
• Grapes: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier
• Production Area: Reims, Champagne (France)
• Alcohol Content: 12.00% Vol.
• Bottle Size: 0.75 L
• Serving Temperature: 9 - 11 °C

Why Choose It: The undisputed world icon of Champagne, demonstrating how the art of blending can surpass all expectations. An unforgettable sensory journey for collectors, connoisseurs, and life's greatest moments.