{"title":"KRUG","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"149\" data-end=\"497\"\u003eKrug is one of the most prestigious and sought-after Champagne houses in the world, synonymous with absolute excellence, craftsmanship, and vision. Founded in 1843 by Joseph Krug, the house revolutionized the concept of quality in Champagne, focusing on single-plot vinifications, extensive aging, and meticulous precision at every stage of production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"499\" data-end=\"863\"\u003eThe Krug philosophy is based on the art of blending: each cuvée is created from an extraordinary selection of base wines from single plots and different vintages, resulting in depth, aromatic complexity, and an inimitable structure. The result is rich, intense, creamy, and elegant Champagnes, with fine perlage and a rare capacity for evolution over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"865\" data-end=\"1214\"\u003eFrom the celebrated Grande Cuvée, an expression of the house's vision, to rarer bottles like Krug Rosé, Millésime, and Clos du Mesnil, each label represents a masterpiece of balance and finesse. Beloved by collectors and connoisseurs, Krug is the Champagne for special occasions, memorable moments, and haute gastronomy.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"champagne-krug-grande-cuvee-170eme-edition-magnum","title":"Champagne Krug Grande Cuvée 170th Edition Magnum","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\" class=\"first-token\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eLet's delve into the world of absolute excellence with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"51\"\u003eKrug Grande Cuvée 170ème Édition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Each Krug edition represents the dream of its founder, Joseph Krug:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e to offer the most generous and complex Champagne possible every year,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e regardless of climatic variations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003e170th edition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e was composed around the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"65\"\u003e2014\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e harvest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKrug Grande Cuvée 170ème Édition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Orchestra of Champagne\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThe \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003eKrug Grande Cuvée 170ème Édition\u003c\/b\u003e is a mosaic of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"52\"\u003e195 wines\u003c\/b\u003e selected from \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"76\"\u003e12 different vintages\u003c\/b\u003e, the youngest of which is 2014, while the oldest dates back to \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"166\"\u003e1998\u003c\/b\u003e. This edition is the culmination of extremely precise work: approximately 20 years of artisanal expertise were needed to achieve this level of harmony. Krug does not follow the logic of standard cuvées; each \"Édition\" is a unique piece that expresses a different facet of the Maison's philosophy, while maintaining that unmistakable signature of power, freshness, and complexity that has made it legendary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/b\u003e In the glass, it shines with an intense, deep golden color, animated by a very fine and lively perlage. The bouquet is an explosion of aromas: notes of freshly bloomed flowers intertwine with hints of ripe citrus, marzipan, and gingerbread. With aeration, deeper nuances of toasted hazelnut, honey, and apple jelly emerge. On the palate, the entry is broad and majestic. The structure is imposing but supported by a sharp, citrusy freshness that provides perfect balance. The finish is infinite, marked by a mineral and toasted trail that remains imprinted in memory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePhilosophy and Winemaking\u003c\/b\u003e The soul of Krug lies in the individual vinification of each single plot and the expert use of small French oak barrels. This meticulous care allows the identity of each \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"228\"\u003eterroir\u003c\/i\u003e to be preserved. The 170ème Édition rested for approximately \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"273\"\u003e7 years\u003c\/b\u003e in the Maison's cellars in Reims, allowing the reserve wines (which make up 45% of the blend) to perfectly integrate with the 2014 vintage wines, imparting that depth that only Krug can offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/b\u003e A Champagne with no limits at the table. It pairs divinely with aged Parmigiano Reggiano, grilled oysters, scampi with truffle, or baked turbot with potatoes and porcini mushrooms. Also extraordinary with complex oriental cuisine dishes or noble white meats such as capon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnical Data\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProducer:\u003c\/b\u003e Maison Krug\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"24\"\u003eWine:\u003c\/b\u003e Champagne AOC Grande Cuvée\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"57\"\u003eEdition:\u003c\/b\u003e 170ème Édition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"82\"\u003eType:\u003c\/b\u003e Brut (Méthode Classique)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"116\"\u003eGrape Varieties:\u003c\/b\u003e 51% Pinot Noir, 38% Chardonnay, 11% Meunier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"169\"\u003eRegion:\u003c\/b\u003e France (Champagne - Reims)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"206\"\u003eAging:\u003c\/b\u003e Approximately 7 years on lees\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"244\"\u003eAlcohol Content:\u003c\/b\u003e 12.5% Vol.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VINART","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56196279337335,"sku":"C-KRG01\/170MG","price":836.3,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0934\/0734\/7063\/files\/ChampagneKrugGrandeCuvee170emeEditionMagnum.png?v=1763412556"},{"product_id":"champagne-krug-grande-cuvee-173eme-edition","title":"Champagne Krug Grande Cuvée 173rd Edition","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKrug's Grande Cuvée\u003c\/b\u003e is the very essence of the Maison's philosophy: Joseph Krug's goal to offer the most generous and complex Champagne possible every year, regardless of climatic variations. The \u003cb\u003e173ème Édition\u003c\/b\u003e is a masterpiece of blending, a symphony of wines spanning several vintages to achieve a fullness that a single year could never offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eChampagne Krug - Grande Cuvée 173ème Édition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eKrug Grande Cuvée 173ème Édition\u003c\/b\u003e is built around the \u003cb\u003e2017\u003c\/b\u003e harvest, a vintage characterized by climatic challenges that required all the mastery of the Chef de Caves to select only the most expressive grapes. To achieve Krug's stylistic signature, the final blend draws on a vast library of \u003cb\u003ereserve wines\u003c\/b\u003e (about 45% of the total), selected from as many as 11 different vintages. Each bottle of Grande Cuvée requires over twenty years of dedication to create: from the selection of the individual plot to the long rest in the Reims cellars. The result is a Champagne of extraordinary depth and elegance, capable of evolving magnificently for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/b\u003e In the glass, it presents with a pale golden color and a very fine, almost velvety perlage. The nose is an explosion of aromas: freshly bloomed flowers, ripe citrus, marzipan, and gingerbread blend with notes of honey, toasted almonds, and a delicate mineral trace. On the palate, the entry is majestic and vibrant. The structure is imposing but supported by a citrus freshness that gives dynamism. Notes of brioche, nougat, and dried fruit chase each other in an endlessly persistent, clean, and deeply savory finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinemaking and Aging\u003c\/b\u003e True to the Maison's tradition, fermentation takes place in small oak barrels, which give the wine its characteristic complexity and longevity. The 173ème Édition is a blend of \u003cb\u003e131 base wines\u003c\/b\u003e from \u003cb\u003e11 different vintages\u003c\/b\u003e (the youngest is 2017, the oldest dates back to 2008). After bottling, the wine rested on its lees in the Maison's cellars for about \u003cb\u003e7 years\u003c\/b\u003e, acquiring the silky texture and aromatic richness that make Krug unique in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/b\u003e Krug Grande Cuvée is one of the most gastronomic Champagnes ever. It pairs magnificently with complex and structured dishes: from 36-month aged Parmigiano Reggiano to baked turbot with white truffle. Excellent with noble crustaceans (lobster and crayfish), refined Asian cuisine dishes, or white meats with cream sauces. It is, first and foremost, a wine for meditation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Data\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer:\u003c\/b\u003e Maison Krug\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWine:\u003c\/b\u003e Champagne AOC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEdition:\u003c\/b\u003e 173ème Édition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBase Vintage:\u003c\/b\u003e 2017 (with reserves up to 2008)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape Varieties:\u003c\/b\u003e Pinot Noir (45%), Chardonnay (37%), Meunier (18%)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRegion:\u003c\/b\u003e France (Reims, Champagne)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAging:\u003c\/b\u003e Approximately 7 years on lees\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol Content:\u003c\/b\u003e 12.5% Vol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"VINART","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56196408672631,"sku":"CKRG01\/173","price":299.1,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0934\/0734\/7063\/files\/ChampagneKrugGrandeCuvee173eme.png?v=1774194856"}],"url":"https:\/\/vinart.it\/en\/collections\/krug.oembed","provider":"VINART ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}