Seems more youthful than the 167th Edition. $229.99 $172.49. Search results prioritize 3 sponsor listings. Every year since the foundation of the House of Krug, a new Édition of Krug Grande Cuvée is created to offer the fullest expression of Champagne. The term Champagne Blend refers to one of the world's most distinctive wine styles – the sparkling wines made from Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier that are most famously associated with the Champagne region of northern France. This bottle spent at least 7 years in Krug’s cellars developing its particular expression and elegance, receiving its cork in winter 2016 – 2017. However, I would wait at least another three years, during which time the 166th edition will gain even more finesse and quiet. Decadently rich, extravagantly complex and thunderingly expansive, Grande Cuvée is a vinous Champagne of multifaceted personality, yet ever-heightened tension. Chardonnay leads on the nose for now. The first, as envisioned by Joseph, is the house’s grande cuvee. Producer. $295.00 750ml. Olivier said that "the cuvée represents the history of Krug and is the result of blending potentially 250 base wines from a time span of 20 or 25 years." Color. KRUG Grande Cuvee 166th Edition, Champagne Style: Champagne; Vintage: nv; Region: Champagne; Code: KGCE; Varietal: Chardonnay,Pinot Noir; Country: France; Region Champagne Located 150 km east of Paris, Champagne is the French wine region renowned for producing the finest, most rich and complex sparkling wines in the world. Olivier said that "the cuvée represents the history of Krug and is the result of blending potentially 250 base wines from a time span of 20 or 25 years." (Krug have recently started to add an edition number to the front label as well as the six-digit code on the back – much more elegant and memorable.) It smells and tastes like no other wine, a monumental paradox of tense freshness, profound maturity and inimitable complexity. Every year since the foundation of the House of Krug, a new Édition of Krug Grande Cuvée is created to offer the fullest expression of Champagne. The price has been rising over the past two years. It has notes of biscuit, brioche and candied peel too. Next day delivery for items in stockFree shipping in SG on orders over SG$1,000 (ex GST and duties).Standard delivery 1 week About This Wine. Champagne. However, I would wait at least another three years, during which time the 166th edition will gain even more finesse and quiet. Go to shop Cult Wines HK. However, I would wait at least another three years, during which time the 166th edition will gain even more finesse and quiet. Share: Product Overview. In the 166th Edition of a series of legendary Champagnes, the new Grande Cuvée Krug 166 reveals the brilliance and virtuosity of a blend of 140 wines from 13 different vintages, the youngest dating from 2010 and the oldest from 1998. The nose of vibrant citrus fruit, brioche and yellow flowers is slightly yeasty in style but beautifully defined. Drink 2018–2028 Jancis Robinson. A few guests spotted Krug 2004 but Krug 2002 was one of the most elusive, with many confusing it for the older Grande Cuvées, Edition 158 NV and Edition 159 NV. Super bright with loads of lemon with slight apple. For all it represents, spanning 25 years of production, it presents incredible value. The 166th edition of the Krug Grande Cuvee is a blend of 140 wines from 13 different years, with the oldest being a 1996, and the youngest, a 2010. Krug leads off where most other Champagne houses end, and its entry wine is every bit a prestige cuvée. Long, powerful and seamless. Krug Grand Cuvee now displays the edition number. Aromas of mineral, lees, citrus, and slight apple. A strong edition of Grande Cuvée. There's no compromise in terms of power and intellectual intrigue. Buy 2000 Krug Limited. Champagne of any color can be brut, both the standard white and Rosé. © 2020 Wine-Searcher™ All rights reserved. -Simon Field, Decanter, ID 217017. Find who carries it in shops and restaurants near you. This is among the highest-priced Champagne Brut wine. The price has been rising over the last year. Krug Grande Cuvée is at the heart of the House of Krug: it is its raison d’être. The richness and elegance of a legendary Krug Champagne! pinot noir / chardonnay / pinot meunier. Delivery Options. 166th edition Krug and part of a tasting. The house was founded in 1843 by Joseph Krug, a native of the Mosel region in Germany, who had moved to France and spent some time working for Jacquesson, the leading Champ... Krug Grand Cuvee now displays the edition number. Anne Krebiehl MW tastes the new wine with Krug’s Jérome Jacoillot, alongside the 166th Edition and the Krug Rosé 23rd Edition. Copyright 2020 grandvinwinemerchants.com. Round, wide and very elegant yet also straight and tense on the palate, this 2010-dominated cuvée is very delicate, fresh and chalky but also dense and lush in its vinous texture. The richness and elegance of a legendary Krug Champagne! In the 166th Edition of a series of legendary Champagnes, the new Grande Cuvée Krug 166 reveals the brilliance and virtuosity of a blend of 140 wines from 13 different vintages, the youngest dating from 2010 and the oldest from 1998. However, I would wait at least another three years, during which time the 166th edition will gain even more finesse and quiet. Since 1843, the House of Krug has honoured this vision with each new Edition of Krug Grande Cuvee: the most generous expression of Champagne. This is the 166th creation of Krug Grande Cuvée and the fourth release to display the Edition on the label. It is very good. “Little we can do /We gon’ see it through somehow” 45% Pinot Noir, 39% Chardonnay, 16% Meunier, blended from 140 wines dating from 1996 to 2010, including 42% reserves. On the palate it is creamy, dense, very well constructed in balance and delicacy. Upgrade to PRO to view all 9 results for the location you've chosen. Created with Sketch. krug. Frost, regn, storm og hagl ramte Champagne i vinteren og foråret i 2012, fulgt af den tørreste modningssæson siden 1974, hvilket resulterede i 20% færre druer. Krug Grand Cuvee 166th Edition – Again great length and with notes of oatmeal, nuts, stonefruits, toast and a near custard-like texture. Each year, Krug recreates its legend through an exceptional Champagne.In the 166th Edition of a series of legendary Champagnes, the new Grande Cuvee Krug 166 reveals the brilliance and virtuosity of a blend of 140 wines from 13 different vintages, the youngest dating from 2010 and the oldest from 1998. Never has that discipline been more critical than here, with the 167, which is based on 2011, one of the most challenging harvests in Champagne in many years. This is the one of the most popular Champagne Brut wines. Krug Grande Cuvee lends itself to a wealth of culinary combinations, from an extra-mature parmesan to turbot a la truffe. Krug Grande Cuvée est la signature de la Maison, l'incarnation de la philosophie et du savoir-faire de Krug.