Krug Rosé 29ème Édition Brut NV 75 cl. incl. launch gift (cookbook)

An exceptional champagne

First created in 1976 by the 5th generation of the Krug family.
Krug Rosé is an unexpected champagne, inspired by the house's renowned blending skills , and is recreated every year.

Created around fall 2017

A year that started cold until mild spring weather woke the vines up prematurely. The region suffered a 20% fruit loss due to spring frosts and heavy summer showers.

Dry and warm weather saved the remaining grapes, which were harvested between August 25 and September 15 .

A balance between substance and finesse

The core of the blend are the wines from 2017, which express generous fruit in all shades – yellow and red, tart or jammy. At the same time, reserve wines from 4 other years add depth, body and a soft, velvety texture in the mouth.

Composition

Blend of 29 wines from 5 different vintages
▪ Youngest: 2017 | Oldest: 2010
▪ 44% Pinot Noir – traditionally macerated red wine of Pinot Noir from Mutigny and Aÿ makes up 11% of the final blend
▪ 34% Chardonnay
▪ 22% Meunier
▪ Reserve wines: 33%

Dosage

There are as many dosages as there are Krug champagnes.
Each is determined through tastings to find the one whose absence would be missed but whose presence is unnoticeable.
This cuvée has 4.5 g/L .

"A surprising champagne that combines the generous fruit aromas of 2017 with the fullness and finesse of the reserve wines."
— Julie Cavil, cellar master at Krug

Taste experience

Color
Salmon-colored shade with coppery reflections.

Fragrance
Raspberry, strawberry, juicy cherries and roasted aromas.

Taste
Fruity and cakey notes of raspberry charlotte and ladyfingers give way to dried plum and elegant blood orange with a pleasant bitterness of pink grape on the finish.

The passage of time

This cuvée has spent at least 7 years in Krug's cellars and can be enjoyed now or stored carefully as it will develop more complexity and an elegant patina over time.

Serving inspiration

Krug Rosé goes surprisingly well with savory and flavorful dishes , such as game or spicy recipes .
It is not recommended for desserts – unless they are not sweet at all.

Gastronomic:
▪ Wild boar tenderloin
▪ Roasted cauliflower tacos with romesco salsa

Simple enjoyment:
▪ Quiche with vegetables and jalapeño
▪ Grilled sardines

Chefs from Denmark included in the book:

Useful links for the curious:

Official description of KRUG Rosé 29ème Édition

Official press release of the Krug cookbook