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Krug Collection

Time’s second revelation of Krug Vintage.

To the delight of Krug Lovers around the world, a very limited number of bottles of Krug Vintage are kept in ideal conditions in the House’s cellars. Over time, they continue to develop in maturity, revealing flavours and aromas of astonishing freshness, elegance and finesse.

The Cellar Master and the Tasting Committee take note of these additional facets and depth that have emerged. New flavours surprise whilst old ones have evolved in structure. At that moment, they decide these bottles are ready to receive their cork, to be presented to the world as Krug Collection: the deeper story of a Krug Vintage.  

Krug Collection 1989
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Krug Collection 1989 is the second life of Krug 1989. Now, over 25 years after its creation, Krug Collection 1989 reveals a new, expressive and opulent personality.

To express the character of this vintage, the House blended well-structured and persistent Pinot Noir (47%), aromatic Chardonnay (29%) and sparkling fresh Meunier (24%).
Part 1

A word from

The cellar master

Julie Cavil, Krug Cellar Master
The years 1988, 1989 and 1990 have gone down in history as three of the most extraordinary in Champagne. Krug Collection 1989 is a testament to the Maison’s craftsmanship and the precious patina of time.

Julie Cavil, Krug cellar master

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Food Pairing by Krug Ambassade Chef Jay Boyle

FOOD PAIRINGS

Autumn fruits such as dripping, honey-roasted figs, barely-set apricot marmalade, poached pears seeped in their vanilla-hinted sweetness are all beautiful companions for Krug Collection 1989. 

Comforting and warm, they welcome the delicate, intensified aromas of this Champagne, which has been brought into its second life once more thanks to the devoted expertise of the House of Krug and the sublimation of time.

Krug Collection 1989

TASTING NOTES

Deep intense golden yellow colour that announces maturity, opulence, harmony and elegance.

On the nose, exotic, complex nose consisting of honey with spices and white fruits, truffle, earth, slightly browned apples, a hint of high-toned flowers, yeast, and a gentle nuttiness in the background.

On the palate, it is deep with bright, high youthful tones of pear, green apple, citrus fruits marmalade, fresh figs and even a touch of earth with undertones of – and a finish on – mineral and spices.

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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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The Joseph Glass

In 2011, we partnered with renowned crystalware maker, Riedel, to design a glass that would reveal the fullness of flavours and aromas of Krug champagnes.
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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

"Pale tawny. Masses of evolution and depth. Bruised apples and some tarte-Tatin juice on the nose. Rich on the palate. Really broad and majestic with relatively low acid. It was in the comforting rather than energising spectrum."

Rating: 19/20

Jancis Robinson - 2020
 

Krug Collection 1989

RATINGS

"Shows a lovely interplay between the creamy bead and rich notes of almond financier, apricot preserves, treacle and cardamom, with finely cut, persistent acidity and flavors of pastis, raspberry puree, fennel seed and fleur de sel. Offers a refined, lasting finish, with a push of saline-tinged minerality."

Rating: 96/100

Wine Spectator - 2020

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