{"title":"Krug","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKrug, prestige champagne\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFounded in Reims in 1843, the house of Krug creates exceptional champagnes, blended like symphonies. The Grande Cuvée brings together more than a hundred wines from many years each time, while the vintages and Clos d'Ambonnay express a single year or a single plot. Also discover our full selection of \u003ca href=\"\/en-hk\/collections\/champagnes\"\u003echampagnes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions about Krug\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes Krug special?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKrug ferments its base wines in small oak barrels and ages them at length in the cellar. Each bottle carries a Krug ID code on the back label, which lets you trace the story of the cuvée on the house's website.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow should Krug champagne be served?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eServe it at around 10 °C, in a wine glass rather than a flute, so that its aromas can fully express themselves. It pairs well with an entire meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Krug a good choice for a collection?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe vintages and Clos d'Ambonnay, from a single small plot of pinot noir, are made in limited quantities and sought after by collectors. Store them lying down, somewhere cool and away from light.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"krug-clos-d-ambonnay-2006","title":"Krug Clos d'Ambonnay 2006, Blanc de Noirs Champagne","description":"\u003cp\u003eKrug Clos d'Ambonnay 2006 is a legendary cuvée from a single small walled plot of Pinot Noir in the heart of the prestigious village of Ambonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade entirely from this historic clos, this Blanc de Noirs is one of the purest and most intense expressions of Champagne terroir. After long ageing in the Krug cellars, it shows exceptional depth, controlled richness and striking elegance. Produced in extremely limited quantities, each bottle is numbered.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey facts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e France, Champagne, Ambonnay\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Krug\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2006\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Pinot Noir\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 cl\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRipe red fruit, honey, cocoa, toasted hazelnut and gentle spice; a broad, structured palate with a finish of remarkable length.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn exceptionally rare bottle for connoisseurs and collectors of great Champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eServing and storing Krug Clos d'Ambonnay 2006\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eServe Krug Clos d'Ambonnay 2006 at 10 to 12 °C. The house of Krug recommends a white wine glass rather than a narrow flute, to let the aromas express themselves. Store the bottle lying down, in a cool, dark place.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis powerful blanc de noirs pairs with Bresse chicken with morels, veal sweetbreads, roast lobster or a well-aged Parmesan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRead more\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRead \u003ca href=\"\/en-hk\/blogs\/conseils-actualites-le-caveau-des-pepites\/krug-grande-cuvee\"\u003eKrug Grande Cuvée: why is every edition unique?\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-hk\/blogs\/conseils-actualites-le-caveau-des-pepites\/vins-de-reserve-en-champagne\"\u003ethe role of reserve wines in Champagne\u003c\/a\u003e and our selection of \u003ca href=\"\/en-hk\/blogs\/conseils-actualites-le-caveau-des-pepites\/les-meilleurs-champagnes-d-exception\"\u003ethe finest exceptional champagnes\u003c\/a\u003e. The whole house is in our \u003ca href=\"\/en-hk\/collections\/krug\"\u003eKrug collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Clos d'Ambonnay?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA tiny walled plot of Pinot Noir in the heart of the village of Ambonnay. Krug only makes a champagne from it in exceptional years, in very small quantities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Krug ID?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery bottle carries a code on its back label, the Krug ID. Entered on the house website, it tells the story of the bottle: blend, disgorgement date and tasting advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow is the bottle shipped?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDelivery is free in France for orders of €300 or more. Every bottle is carefully packed and sent with tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Krug","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57443034693981,"sku":null,"price":3999.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/6399\/9837\/files\/caveaupost_16.jpg?v=1773661375"},{"product_id":"krug-2008","title":"Krug Vintage 2008","description":"\u003cp\u003eKrug 2008 is an exceptional vintage, nicknamed \"Classic Beauty\" by the House's tasting committee for its balance, vibrant freshness and great purity. It comes from one of the coolest years in Champagne in over a decade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade from Pinot Noir, Meunier and Chardonnay and aged for around twelve years in the cellars, it shows remarkable complexity: elegant, vertical and long. A great ageworthy champagne for lovers of precision and collectors alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey facts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e France, Champagne\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2008\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Krug\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrapes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 53% Pinot Noir, 25% Meunier, 22% Chardonnay\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 cl\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 12%\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAgeing:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 12 years in the cellars, then rested after disgorgement; released in 2021\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCandied lemon, fresh hazelnut, acacia honey and white flowers; a straight, mineral palate with a persistent finish of citrus, fine brioche and gentle spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn iconic champagne with exceptional ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eServing and storing Krug 2008\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eServe Krug 2008 at 10 to 12 °C. The house of Krug recommends a white wine glass rather than a narrow flute, to let the aromas express themselves. Store the bottle lying down, in a cool, dark place.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts tension and freshness pair with seared scallops, turbot with beurre blanc, langoustines or aged Comté.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRead more\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRead \u003ca href=\"\/en-hk\/blogs\/conseils-actualites-le-caveau-des-pepites\/krug-grande-cuvee\"\u003eKrug Grande Cuvée: why is every edition unique?\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-hk\/blogs\/conseils-actualites-le-caveau-des-pepites\/vins-de-reserve-en-champagne\"\u003ethe role of reserve wines in Champagne\u003c\/a\u003e and our selection of \u003ca href=\"\/en-hk\/blogs\/conseils-actualites-le-caveau-des-pepites\/les-meilleurs-champagnes-d-exception\"\u003ethe finest exceptional champagnes\u003c\/a\u003e. The whole house is in our \u003ca href=\"\/en-hk\/collections\/krug\"\u003eKrug collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes Krug make a vintage every year?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Krug only declares a vintage when the year has a distinctive character it wants to tell. The rest of the time, the house focuses on the Grande Cuvée.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Krug ID?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery bottle carries a code on its back label, the Krug ID. Entered on the house website, it tells the story of the bottle: blend, disgorgement date and tasting advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow is the bottle shipped?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDelivery is free in France for orders of €300 or more. Every bottle is carefully packed and sent with tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Krug","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58000878502237,"sku":null,"price":540.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/6399\/9837\/files\/Copiedecaveaupost_1_1faf736c-dd2c-4282-abb8-a742f258558d.jpg?v=1773661413"},{"product_id":"krug-grande-cuvee","title":"Krug Grande Cuvée","description":"\u003cp\u003eKrug Grande Cuvée is the signature champagne of the House of Krug, renowned for its depth, aromatic complexity and remarkable consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFollowing Krug's unique multi-vintage tradition, each edition blends more than 120 wines from over ten different years, with extended ageing on the lees.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey facts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e France, Champagne\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Krug\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-vintage Brut, multi-vintage blend\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrapes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Meunier\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75 cl\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 12%\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntense gold with fine, creamy bubbles. Brioche, nuts, candied citrus, white flowers and spice on the nose; a broad, silky palate balancing pastry richness and fresh tension, with a long, saline finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePairs with foie gras, lobster, langoustines, fine fish, creamy poultry or aged cheeses. Enjoy now or cellar for 10 to 15 years for notes of dried fruit, honey and spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eServing and storing Krug Grande Cuvée\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eServe Krug Grande Cuvée at 10 to 12 °C. The house of Krug recommends a white wine glass rather than a narrow flute, to let the aromas express themselves. Store the bottle lying down, in a cool, dark place.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRead more\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRead \u003ca href=\"\/en-hk\/blogs\/conseils-actualites-le-caveau-des-pepites\/krug-grande-cuvee\"\u003eKrug Grande Cuvée: why is every edition unique?\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-hk\/blogs\/conseils-actualites-le-caveau-des-pepites\/vins-de-reserve-en-champagne\"\u003ethe role of reserve wines in Champagne\u003c\/a\u003e and our selection of \u003ca href=\"\/en-hk\/blogs\/conseils-actualites-le-caveau-des-pepites\/les-meilleurs-champagnes-d-exception\"\u003ethe finest exceptional champagnes\u003c\/a\u003e. The whole house is in our \u003ca href=\"\/en-hk\/collections\/krug\"\u003eKrug collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy is every Grande Cuvée different?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach edition blends more than a hundred wines from over ten different years. It is numbered: each edition reflects its base harvest year and the reserve wines chosen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Krug ID?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery bottle carries a code on its back label, the Krug ID. Entered on the house website, it tells the story of the bottle: blend, disgorgement date and tasting advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow is the bottle shipped?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDelivery is free in France for orders of €300 or more. 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