Champagne - Vintage Brut - 2004 - Krug - 0,75L

A legendary vintage dubbed “Luminous Freshness” by Krug: radiant, precise, and of exceptional purity.

📋 Characteristics

• Appellation: Champagne AOC
• Grape Varieties: 39% Chardonnay, 37% Pinot Noir, 24% Meunier
• Vintage: 2004
• Certification: Non-certified
• Terroir: A selection of plots from across Champagne, reflecting Krug’s philosophy of blending
• Vinification & Ageing: Fermentation in small, old oak barrels; ageing on lees for over 10 years
• Alcohol: 12% vol
• Bottle Size: 0.75L

🍇 Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Brilliant golden yellow with fine, abundant bubbles
• Nose: Complex and radiant, with aromas of fresh citrus, stone fruits (mirabelle plum, peach), interwoven with notes of brioche, honey, roasted hazelnuts, and almond
• Palate: Precise, linear, and simultaneously broad. A vibrant freshness and creamy texture carry flavours of candied citrus, toasted bread, and gentle spices
• Finish: Long, saline, and elegant, driven by great tension

🍴 Food Pairings

• 🐟 Roasted John Dory or seabass with lemon sauce
• 🍗 Poultry with morels
• 🍝 Risotto with white truffles
• 🧀 Aged Parmesan (36 months), aged Comté, Brie de Melun

🫗 Serving Advice

• Serving Temperature: 10–12°C
• Decanting: Optional, but 30 minutes can enhance expression
• Ideal Opening Time: 20–30 minutes before serving

🗓 Cellaring Potential

Already superb, this Krug 2004 has a cellaring potential of 20 to 30 years. Over time, it will evolve towards more honeyed and tertiary complexity.

🏰 About the House

Founded in 1843, Krug embodies the highest standards in Champagne. Each cuvée is crafted as a true masterpiece, first and foremost as a grand wine. The Vintage 2004 pays homage to the luminous freshness of this beautifully balanced vintage. A rare, intense, and vibrant Champagne true to the Maison’s DNA.