{"product_id":"krug-champagne-grande-cuvee-brut-171th-edition-gift-box-750ml","title":"Krug Champagne Grande Cuvee Brut 173rd Edition Gift Box 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eExperience the pinnacle of champagne craftsmanship with \u003cstrong\u003eKrug Grande Cuvée 172nd Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e, an exceptional prestige cuvée presented in an elegant gift box. This iconic champagne represents the artistry of blending 146 separately vinified wines from 11 different vintages, with the 2016 vintage as its foundation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Krug Grande Cuvée 173rd Edition?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional Ratings:\u003c\/strong\u003e 98 points Wine Enthusiast, 97 points Decanter \u0026amp; James Suckling, 96 points Wine Spectator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for Gifting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arrives in a luxurious presentation gift box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMasterful Blend:\u003c\/strong\u003e 51% Pinot Noir, 38% Chardonnay, 11% Pinot Meunier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAging Potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drink now through 2040 or cellar for 5-10 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover a symphony of flavors including toasted brioche, lemon curd, dried apricot, hazelnut, and hints of ginger and white flowers. The palate is rich yet refined, with vivacious bubbles, bright acidity, and an exceptionally long, elegant finish with notes of salted butter and roasted nuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExpert Reviews - 172nd Edition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Enthusiast 98 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e | This is the most recent bottling of this iconic Champagne. There is a touch of toast as well as enticing apple and citrus aromas. On the palate, this wine is rich, intense, poised between maturity and ripe white fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter 97 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e | The 172ème édition, based around the 2016 vintage, is a delicate, floral and saline Grande Cuvée at this early stage in its life. The palate it taut, tightly wound, gradually unfurling into toasted fruit bread, rye bread and roasted nuts, wrapped around an intricate and taut lemon core. It's exceptionally long, spicy, rounded and spherical in shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling 97 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e | Beautiful notes of dried citrus fruit, lemon curd and dried apples with hints of spices, dried flowers and subtle brioche. I like the polished and caressing texture and steady, refreshing acidity. It's fresh and even austere, with notes of ground spices. So vertical and firm. Structured and long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Spectator 96 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e | This classy Champagne waltzes across the palate with fluid poise and grace. The mousse's pointillismlike beads and a vivid frame of acidity buoy the detailed range of aromas and flavors, including chopped cherry, dried apricot, tangerine peel and plum cake notes, plus fragrant hints of grated ginger, lime blossoms, ground coffee and grilled nuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate 95 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e | Outstanding. It reveals a complex, slightly spicy bouquet of white fruits, beeswax, marzipan, hazelnuts, dried herbs, ripe orchard fruits and white flowers. Medium to full-bodied, rich and concentrated on the palate, it has a subtly spicy entry, an enrobing and layered texture and a fleshy core of fruit framed around a perfectly balanced, fresh and mineral finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElevate your dining experience by pairing this prestigious champagne with oysters, caviar, aged Comté cheese, roasted poultry, or creamy risotto. Its complexity and structure make it ideal for special celebrations or as a sophisticated aperitif.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Krug Champagne\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 1843, Krug has been synonymous with the finest champagne in the world. Each Grande Cuvée is a unique blend that showcases the house's commitment to excellence and the art of blending across multiple vintages.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"67Wine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47366557139227,"sku":"210000056974","price":274.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/1789\/4171\/files\/ehulftezrberyh3jwgui.jpg?v=1778189349","url":"https:\/\/67wino.shop\/products\/krug-champagne-grande-cuvee-brut-171th-edition-gift-box-750ml","provider":"67","version":"1.0","type":"link"}