Some wines are created to satisfy the palette, but Champagne Krug stands to spin a tale. This prestigious label represents the courage, ingenuity, and relentless persistence of its founder, Johann-Joseph Krug. Krug, who was known for his uncompromising quest for quality, established his namesake house in 1843, determined to produce Champagne of unprecedented quality.
Krug’s strategy to Champagne-making is unique. Each bottle is an incredible mosaic of flavors, drawn from the excellent vineyards, reserve wines, and years that nature provides. This meticulous process ensures that every Krug Champagne fascinates drinkers with its multi-faceted and unique taste.
Renowned for its exquisite consistency, Krug’s Grande Cuvée is skillfully blended from over 120 wines from different years. This grand creation gives a lasting impression on any wine lover’s palate, with its interplay of full-bodiedness, grace, and freshness.
Ignoring the conventional wisdom of using single-year grapes, Krug’s ground-breaking and bold approach of blending different vintages produces Champagnes with profound exuberance and finesse. Their Vintage line, which is only made in years where one variety particularly shines, is a testament to this expert art of blending. Krug Clos du Mesnil, a creation exclusively from Chardonnay, and Krug Clos d’Ambonnay, crafted from Pinot Noir, exhibit how the champagne house specializes in single-vineyard offerings too.
Consumers of Krug will equally appreciate their devotion to sustainability. With a philosophy of preserving Champagne’s unique terroir, Krug is a pioneer in viticultural research, especially in combating vine diseases and climate change. This devotion extends to their careful wine-making processes which honor here the Earth as much as the palate.
The unmistakable taste of Krug is the result of meticulous handcrafting, a century-spanning commitment to excellence, and a never-ending innovation. Whether it's the lush notes of the Grand Cuvee, the crisp taste of the Rose, or the exceptional depth of their Vintage line, each sip of Krug invites you to immerse in a symphony of sensations that speak of its glorious past, dedicated craftsmanship, and the spirit of authentic Champagne.
To conclude, Joseph Krug's dream – of creating the very best Champagne possible, regardless of annual climatic variations – has been fulfilled, establishing a legacy that lives on today in every glass of Champagne Krug. To enjoy Krug is to discover that dream, and understand why it stands as an ultimate manifestation of the magic of Champagne making.