Get a €40 discount on purchases of €500 or more, and a €100 discount on purchases of €1,000 or more of champagne (excluding shipping costs)
Krug Vintage 2006
97/100

Krug

Vintage 2006 75cl

A golden robe with amber highlights, threaded with a fine and persistent bead. The nose opens with elegance on smoked almonds, white blossom and gentle spice, before revealing candied stone fruits — peach, apricot — and a toasted brioche with hazelnut undertones. The palate is generous and silky,…

THE CUVÉES OF MAISON KRUG
375,00 € incl. VAT A victim of its own success
1
Notes & tasting

The expert verdict

Discover the score awarded to this cuvée
Presentation
Taste
Originality
Value for money
Main tenant une coupe de champagne
97 /100
Aromatic profile

The structure of this champagne

Four dimensions to capture its balance
Freshness
A precise, lemony acidity maintains the balance against the natural generosity of the 2006 vintage.
Roundness
Silky, generous texture, fully worthy of the nickname 'Capricious Indulgence' bestowed by the House.
Power
The dominance of Pinot Noir (48%) lends a broad and fleshy presence, whilst retaining a haute-couture elegance.
Length
A finish of remarkable persistence — a Krug signature — with notes of nougat, frangipane and pink grapefruit zest.

TASTING NOTES

A golden robe with amber highlights, threaded with a fine and persistent bead. The nose opens with elegance on smoked almonds, white blossom and gentle spice, before revealing candied stone fruits — peach, apricot — and a toasted brioche with hazelnut undertones. The palate is generous and silky, underpinned by a beautiful lemony tension, and closes on a finish of extraordinary length, carried by nougat, frangipane and pink grapefruit.

Blend & terroirs

The composition

Discover this wine's DNA
Gravure grappe de raisin
6g/LDosage
48%Pinot Noir
35%Chardonnay
17%Meunier

Terroirs

A blend of 35 plots sourced from the grand crus of the Montagne de Reims (Pinot Noir from Ambonnay, Aÿ, Bouzy, Mareuil-sur-Aÿ), the Côte des Blancs (Chardonnay from Avize, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Oger) and the Villevenard area for the Meunier, aged for over 11 years on lees before disgorgement in winter 2018–2019.

Krug

About this house

Founded in 1843 by Joseph Krug, who believed that every vintage deserves its own absolute expression, Maison Krug is the most demanding house in Champagne: each base wine is aged individually in 205-litre oak casks and blended with no concession to commercial convenience. Six generations of the family upheld this artisanal model before the house joined LVMH in 1999, preserving nonetheless complete creative independence.

Krug Vintage cuvées are only crafted in years deemed exceptional — an average of five per decade. Each cuvée expresses the 'Music' of its vintage and ages for a minimum of ten years on lees before release. The Krug Music app invites every enthusiast to discover the musical composition associated with their bottle through its unique identification number engraved on the label.

Food pairing

The perfect pairing

Between the champagne and its dish
Aperitif

Aperitif

The fine bead and crystalline minerality of the Krug 2006 magnify the briny, iodine salinity of a fresh Normandy oyster.

Starter

Starter

The generosity of the Pinot Noir and the cuvée's toasted notes enter into masterful dialogue with the unctuous richness of a mi-cuit foie gras.

Main Course

Main Course

The breadth and aromatic persistence of the Krug 2006 find a perfect echo in the briny, buttery flesh of lobster.

Maison Krug

Autres champagnes
from Maison Krug

Available on this site
Vintage 2008
97 100
Krug
Vintage 2008
600,00 €
Grande Cuvée 172e Édition
97 100
Krug
Grande Cuvée 172e Édition
264,00 €
Grande Cuvée 169e Édition
97 100
Krug
Grande Cuvée 169e Édition
195,00 €
Rosé 27th Edition
96 100
Krug
Rosé 27th Edition
348,50 €
Vintage 2013
96 100
Krug
Vintage 2013
338,00 €
Grande Cuvée 171ème Echoes Gift Set
97 100
Krug
Grande Cuvée 171ème Echoes Gift Set
273,00 €
Rosé 28th Edition
96 100
Krug
Rosé 28th Edition
355,00 €
Vintage 2011
97 100
Krug
Vintage 2011
338,00 €
Grande Cuvée 170ème Édition
96 100
Krug
Grande Cuvée 170ème Édition
259,00 €
Grande Cuvée 171e Édition
96 100
Krug
Grande Cuvée 171e Édition
268,00 €
Clos du Mesnil 2009
98 100
Krug
Clos du Mesnil 2009
1 520,00 €
Grande Cuvée 173rd Edition
98 100
Krug
Grande Cuvée 173rd Edition
262,00 €
Verified reviews

Customer reviews of the “Vintage 2006” cuvée by Krug

4.8/5 · 17 reviews

Lucie M.

Verified customer review

Delicious

Perfect for marking the occasion. A full-bodied, well-balanced flavour – superb. I’ll be ordering again in a heartbeat.

Guy G.

Verified customer review

I recommend

Recommended by a friend – spot on. A golden colour, with a delicate head – a real treat. Easy to order and secure payment. I highly recommend it.

Lukas T.

Verified customer review

A flawless performance

A gift for my parents. Long-lasting bubbles and an expressive bouquet. The bottle arrived in perfect condition. A real success.

Virginie D.

Verified customer review

A marvel

Perfect for a birthday. Fruity, lively and perfectly balanced. Arrived within the stated delivery time. Pure joy.

Bruno Z.

Verified customer review

Top quality

I discovered this through the website. It’s wonderfully lively and has a vibrant fruitiness. I’m off to place another order.

Vincent F.

Verified customer review

Well done

I fell in love with it straight away. A champagne with real class. I’ll definitely be a regular, that’s for sure.

Pauline L.

Verified customer review

A lovely bottle

A lovely surprise when I opened it. Light, airy and utterly addictive. Everything was perfect, from ordering to delivery. I’d recommend it to all enthusiasts.

Quentin L.

Verified customer review

A lovely discovery

A wine designed to please, and it certainly does. An expressive nose, a silky palate and a briny finish. Impeccable packaging, as usual. It really exceeded my expectations.

Cristian M.

Verified customer review

Excellent

I’m honestly blown away by this vintage. It’s full of finesse and elegance. The ordering process is crystal clear. Perfect – no complaints whatsoever.

Ludovic H.

Verified customer review

Magnificent

Arrived very quickly. Just the right level of dryness, never harsh. A thorough and professional service. Unbeatable value for money.

Nick M.

Verified customer review

Loyal customer

Tasted it last night. A delicate nose with notes of white flowers. In short, a place to bear in mind.

Laurence G.

Verified customer review

Won over

I had high expectations of it. A perfect balance between power and finesse. It has become my go-to champagne.

Nicolas F.

Verified customer review

Stunning

I was looking for a lovely champagne. A creamy effervescence and a clean finish. I’d definitely have it again.

Sheena W.

Verified customer review

Very good

Perfect for a dinner with friends. A real treat, with just the right balance. Perfectly protected for transport. You’re sure to love it.

Esther A.

Verified customer review

Absolutely brilliant

Planned for Christmas, and it was a success. Aromas of brioche and ripe apple. The service was top-notch. My guests loved it.

Ffghfghfg J.

Verified customer review

Impeccable

Bought it for a friend who’s a wine enthusiast. Complex aromas and lovely vibrancy. Reliable delivery – I trust them. A real treat – well done again.

Christiane L.

Verified customer review

No complaints

We opened this for our New Year’s Eve dinner. Full-bodied yet delicate. The parcel was neatly packed and well protected. Highly recommended.