Pre Arrival Krug Champagne Brut Millesime 2013

Pre Arrival 2002 Krug Brut Millesime

96+ WA

99 VM

Notes:

Originating from an October harvest, Krug’s 2013 Brut has turned out very well, delivering—against the backdrop of the slow, late-ripening season and another high-acid test, qualities rendered all the more evident by the house’s methods—the requisite aromatic plenitude and textural properties. Disgorged in early 2024 with a dosage of five grams per liter, the wine emerges from the glass with a deep bouquet of lemon oil, fresh apricot and quince mingled with nashi pear and brioche crust, complemented by a top note of lightly burnt buttered toast. On the palate, it is medium- to full-bodied, chiseled and racy-fresh, structured around a spine of incisive acidity and chalky extract, concluding with a long, citrus-driven, saline-tinged finish. Wine Advocate / Kristaps Karklins - 96+

The 2013 Vintage is a wild, exotic beauty. Apricot, passion fruit, lemon confit, marzipan, baked apple tart and a kiss of French are all amplified in a dramatic, vivid Champagne that captures all the pedigree of this great vintage. The 2013 is wonderfully complex and dynamic from the very first taste. Time in the glass brings out layers of dimension and captivating nuance. This is a fabulous effort. Krug ID: 124011 Vinous/Galloni 99

Chardonnay defines the aromatic expression of Krug 2013, a medley of citrus notes, with plots of pinot noir and meunier selected to amplify and reveal the purity of its character. Krug 2013 is the tangy expression of a cool, rainy year and its autumnal harvest. The Tasting Committee decided to nickname this champagne “Exalted Citrus”.

Food Pairing:

Krug 2013 will be a delightful pairing for seafood dishes, such as sea bass ceviche infused with ginger and lemongrass, or creamy pasta topped with sea urchin. Additionally, this Vintage beautifully complements fresh goat cheese with candied citrus, or any other rich, unctuous cheese.

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