Oleg Y.
Verified customer reviewTop notch
Discovered via the website. A bold flavour profile with a lingering finish. Order processed without a single hitch. Highly recommended.
Krug Grande Cuvée 172e Édition
A golden robe with amber highlights, threaded with a fine, persistent effervescence. The nose opens on white blossom, brioche, acacia honey and dried fruits — hazelnut, almond — followed by candied citrus zest and a subtle hint of saffron. The palate is broad and generous, at once powerful and…
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Notes & tasting
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Presentation
Taste
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97
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Aromatic profile
The structure of this champagne
Four dimensions to capture its balance
Freshness
Mineral vivacity is preserved despite the extended ageing, supported by a restrained dosage of 4.5 g/L.
Roundness
Seven years on lees and 42% reserve wines lend a generous, velvety texture that is the very expression of the Krug style.
Power
The blend of 146 wines across 11 years unfolds an extraordinary depth and aromatic density.
Length on the palate
The finish is exceptionally long, carried by notes of hazelnut, saffron and pastry cream that linger well beyond the minute.
TASTING NOTES
A golden robe with amber highlights, threaded with a fine, persistent effervescence. The nose opens on white blossom, brioche, acacia honey and dried fruits — hazelnut, almond — followed by candied citrus zest and a subtle hint of saffron. The palate is broad and generous, at once powerful and precise, underpinned by a remarkable mineral tension and a finish of pastry cream and toasted bread of extraordinary length.
Blend & terroirs
The composition
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5g/LDosage
44%Pinot Noir
36%Chardonnay
20%Meunier
Terroirs
A blend of 146 wines drawn from 11 different years, from 1998 to 2016, with 42% reserve wines — the hallmark of Krug's philosophy of transcending the vagaries of climate. The 2016 base brings freshness and structure; reserve wines from preceding vintages add temporal complexity and an inimitable aromatic depth.
About this house
Founded in 1843 by Joseph Krug, the Maison Krug is built upon a philosophy unique to Champagne: to create the finest possible champagne each year, regardless of the vintage. Rejecting the notion of a prestige cuvée reserved solely for exceptional years, Joseph Krug made the Grande Cuvée his masterwork — a multi-vintage blend of unmatched consistency and complexity.
Owned by the LVMH group since 1999, Krug retains full artistic independence and upholds uncompromising artisanal standards: fermentation of reserve wines in small oak casks, a minimum of six years on lees, and a reserve wine library unique in the world, spanning more than 20 different vintages.
Food pairing
The perfect pairing
Between the champagne and its dish
Aperitif
Served cool at 10°C, the Grande Cuvée pairs magnificently with golden gougères, whose cheesy, buttery note echoes the brioche generosity of the cuvée.
Starter
Citrus-cured gravlax with fresh herbs enters into dialogue with the lemony notes and mineral vivacity of the 172ème Édition.
Main course
The classic pairing par excellence: the briny, pearlescent flesh of lobster marries perfectly with the power and extraordinary length of the Grande Cuvée.
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L'abus d'alcool est dangereux pour la santé, à consommer avec modération.
Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health. Consume in moderation.
Customer reviews
Customer reviews of the “Grande Cuvée 172e Édition” cuvée by Krug
4.4/5 · 9 reviews
Laurent H.
Verified customer reviewWithout a single false note
I was looking for a lovely champagne. Long-lasting bubbles and an expressive bouquet. Impeccable delivery, as usual. Exactly what I was looking for.
Alain T.
Verified customer reviewFavourite
A lovely surprise on opening. Good length and a hint of minerality. Perfect as a gift or a treat for yourself.
Grégory C.
Verified customer reviewDelicious
Planned for Christmas, and a great success. A golden colour, a delicate texture – a real treat. Well done.
Sophie K.
Verified customer reviewPerfect as a gift
Recommended for the whole family. A delightful, rich and refined wine. Impeccable order fulfilment. A real success.
Estelle H.
Verified customer reviewPure pleasure
It saved my last-minute present. A lovely balance between liveliness and roundness. In short, a place to remember.
Jwpe T.
Verified customer reviewExcellent
Perfect for a birthday. Very refreshing, without ever being sour. Perfect as a gift.
Jonathan K.
Verified customer reviewSublime
Had a drink with my colleagues. Full-bodied on the palate, with lovely structure. The order arrived just in time for the occasion. Perfect – nothing to complain about.
Meghna D.
Verified customer reviewStunning
Nothing to say – absolutely flawless. A champagne with real class. Easy to order, and delivery went smoothly. Top-notch from start to finish.
