Krug
Champagne Brut 2013
Other years:
2011| Denomination | AOC Champagne Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 40% Pinot Nero, 39% Chardonnay, 21% Pinot Meunier |
| Aging | Aged for over ten years in the cellars of Maison Krug; 12 years on the lees |
| Other years | 2011 |
- 2013 Vintage Brut: Champagne AOC traditional method, 12.5% vol, Krug
- Grape blend: Pinot Noir 46%, Chardonnay 37%, Pinot Meunier 17%
- Ageing: 12 years on the lees in the Krug cellar for great complexity
- Aromas: citrus fruits, candied orange, liquorice, chocolate biscuit, honey
- Pairings: starters, seafood and shellfish dishes, delicate fish, cheeses and desserts
Description
What kind of wine it is
Krug Champagne Brut is a Champagne with a precise and elegant profile, produced according to the principles of the Traditional Method. This blend combines Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier to offer a perfectly balanced sip. Visually, it displays a brilliant golden hue and a fine mousse. The bouquet releases notes of citrus, candied fruit, liquorice, chocolate biscuit, toasted almonds and spices. On the palate, it reveals a defined structure, where intense notes of fresh and tropical fruit blend with honey and mineral accents, accompanied by a vibrant freshness that leads to a long and persistent finish.
Where it comes from
This wine originates in France, in the renowned area of Reims, a region historically dedicated to the production of great sparkling wines. Krug's approach is based on strict respect for individual vineyard plots, enhancing the characteristics of each parcel. The use of a wide selection of reserve wines allows the expressive identity of the Maison to be preserved intact. The cold and rainy climate gives the grapes a fine natural acidity, resulting in a clear citrus freshness, ideal for enhancing refined seafood dishes or modern cuisine.
How it is produced
The production cycle begins with the harvest, followed by the creation of the blend for the cuvée. The secondary fermentation takes place according to the Traditional Method, a fundamental process for achieving a velvety perlage. The wine matures consistently through twelve years of ageing on the lees in the cellars, a stage that imparts profound aromatic complexity. After disgorgement, the addition of a Brut dosage defines the perfect gustatory balance, resulting in a glass that is deep, vibrant and exceptionally long-lived.
History and Curiosities
Founded in Reims in 1843, the prestigious Maison seeks the perfect expression of Champagne by enhancing the identity of each individual plot. Born from a vintage that was initially cold and rainy, which gave the grapes a splendid acidity, this vintage reflects absolute artisanal mastery. Thanks to a slow twelve-year maturation on the lees, the wine has developed a profound and inimitable complexity. Awarded 97 points by Wine Spectator, this elegant Champagne Brut 2013 embodies the essence and allure of a noble winemaking tradition.
Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
Over 25 years
- Start up year: 1843
- Hectares: 20
With a very original approach to Champagne making, he decided to go beyond the notion of vintage to create the most generous expression of Champagne, every year. Thus, he founded a House in which all Champagnes are of the same level of distinction.
Six generations of the Krug family have perpetuated this dream, enriching the founder’s vision and savoir faire. Read more
| Name | Krug Champagne Brut 2013 |
|---|---|
| Type | White classic method sparkling wine brut |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Vintage | 2013 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 40% Pinot Nero, 39% Chardonnay, 21% Pinot Meunier |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Krug |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in Reims in 1843, the prestigious Maison seeks the perfect expression of Champagne by enhancing the identity of each individual plot. Born from a vintage that was initially cold and rainy, which gave the grapes a splendid acidity, this vintage reflects absolute artisanal mastery. Thanks to a slow twelve-year maturation on the lees, the wine has developed a profound and inimitable complexity. Awarded 97 points by Wine Spectator, this elegant Champagne Brut 2013 embodies the essence and allure of a noble winemaking tradition. |
| Origin | Champagne (Reims), France |
| Climate | Cold and rainy |
| Production technique | Traditional method |
| Wine making | Traditional method, 12 years on the lees |
| Aging | Aged for over ten years in the cellars of Maison Krug; 12 years on the lees |
| Residual sugar | 5.5 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |