Category:
 
Sparkling Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Champagne
Producer:
 
Krug
Label Name:
 
Rose Edition 28 (Gift Box)
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Champagne
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
12.5%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier
Acidity:
 
5
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
5
Aroma Intensity:
 
5
Best Temperature:
 
8-10°C

Awards/Ratings
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate 97; James Suckling 97; Decanter 97; Wine Spectator 96; Vinous 95. (Krug Rosé 28ème Édition; Krug iD 123009)

Tasting Note
Pale salmon-pink with aromas of rose petal, redcurrant, dried cherry, pink grapefruit and spice. Creamy mousse, honeyed citrus and brioche notes, with vinous depth and a long saline finish.

Food Pairing
Western: foie gras, duck breast, lamb, venison, mushroom risotto, smoked salmon, anchovies; Asian: sushi/sashimi (tuna), tempura, spicy Thai, Sichuan-style dishes, Korean BBQ.

Production Method
Traditional method (méthode champenoise). Blend of 32 wines from six years (base 2016) with ~38% reserve wines and 10% traditionally macerated Pinot Noir; aged ~6–7 years on lees; disgorged winter 2022–2023.

Vineyard Info
Maison Krug, founded 1843 in Reims, produces prestige Champagnes focused on blending and reserve wines; cellar-master Julie Cavil led the 28ème Édition. Each bottle carries a Krug iD.