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Krug Rosé
21^ème Édition

Composed around the harvest of 2008, Krug Rosé 21^ème Édition is a blend of 57 wines from 6 different years, the youngest from 2008, and the oldest from 2002.

In all, reserve wines from the Maison’s extensive library made up 46% of the final blend of this Édition of Krug Rosé.

The final composition of this Édition of Krug Rosé is 51% Pinot Noir, which includes the 10% traditionally macerated Pinot Noir wines, 41% Chardonnay and 8% Meunier.

Composition

51 %

Pinot Noir

41 %

Chardonnay

8 %

Meunier

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Blend:

57 wines
from 6 different years

Oldest wine from:

2002

Youngest wine from:

2008

Cork received:

Summer 2016

A word from

The cellar master

Krug Rosé 21^ème Édition was composed around the harvest of 2008. Following a mild winter, overcast spring and cool summer, there was concern over the maturation of the grapes, further compounded by a severe hailstorm that hit the village of Sainte-Gemme, reputed for its plots of Meunier. But in mid-September, the clouds miraculously parted and favourable conditions lasted throughout the harvest, which gave us grapes in excellent health and with a good level of maturity.

Julie Cavil, Krug cellar master

The year's Chardonnay wines revealed an unusual suppleness and expression of fruit, while the Pinot Noirs were characterful and bold, with a lively finish. As feared, the hailstorm did indeed leave its mark on the Meuniers. Fortunately, Krug's extensive library of reserve wines held a number of Meuniers from different years, a selection of which lent their vibrant notes of fruit and tension to the blend. Pinot Noirs from plots in Ambonnay, Mareuil-sur-Ay and Ay enhanced its body and expression with their intense fruit character. Finally, a red wine from the House's plot in Ay imparted an enchanting colour, length and spiciness. This fusion promised to reveal the elegance and verve so characteristic of every Édition of Krug Rosé.

Time in cellar:

This bottle spent 7 in Krug's cellars developing its particular expression and finesse, receiving its cork in Summer 2016.

Part 1

Krug Rosé food pairing by Krug Ambassade Chef Enrico Bartolini

FOOD PAIRINGS

Krug Rosé lends itself to pairing ideas outside the box. For example, when it accompanies very good quality anchovies, a magical encounter occurs. The saltiness of the fish sublimes the fruit aromas and silkiness of the Champagne, turning the anchovies into a velvet sensation.

Krug Rosé can also be enjoyed with foie gras, lamb, game, white meat, venison or even dishes with spices. Krug Rosé is not recommended for desserts, unless they are not sweet at all. Unexpectedly, it best accompanies very savoury dishes.

TASTING NOTES

At first sight, its subtle pale pink colour holds a promise of elegance.

On the nose, aromas of rose hips, cured ham, mulberries, redcurrant, peony, pepper and pink grapefruit.

On the palate, delicate flavours of honey, citrus and dried fruit with a long finish, enhanced by its fine bubbles complete the experience.

Note:

Serving Temperature

The House of Krug recommends that its Champagnes be served between 9°C and 12°C, as colder temperatures limit the expression of their flavours and aromas.

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Note:

The Krug Rosé Glass

To design a glass that would allow Krug Rosé’s singularly elegant and nonconformist character to be fully discovered, the House of Krug joined forces, once more, with master glassmaker Riedel.

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Note:

The Influence of Time

All Krug champagnes gain in complexity and patina with the passage of time. We recommend storing them at the same temperature as you intend to serve them, between 9°C and 12°C.

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RATINGS

"This 21st Édition of Krug Rosé has a pale colour and a fresh nose of red fruits. It then takes on a much more complex dimension with a very fresh and above all its unmistakably long palate."

Rating: 96/100

La Revue du Vin de France - 2020

RATINGS

"Aromatic, with orchard blossom, ginger and kumquat hints, this vibrant rosé shows a beautiful marriage of intense acidity and flavor range, allowing notes of peach skin, blood orange granita, toasted coconut and Marcona almond to play and expand on the palate as they ride the lovely, lacy mousse. Offers a lasting, racy finish."

Rating: 95/100

Wine Spectator - 2020

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