Krug Vintage 2011 Champagne in a gift box is a unique interpretation of this contrasting year, capturing a vintage that is both powerful and refined. Made from a subtle blend of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Meunier, this vintage tells a story of balance and surprise. Aged for over ten years in the cellars, it reveals a fascinating complexity, combining roundness and freshness in a unique expression of the Krug House.
The making of Krug Vintage 2011
At Krug, each vintage is a unique work of art, selecting the most expressive wines of a given year to tell its story. Krug Vintage 2011 illustrates a paradoxical climate, marked by inverted seasons and extreme conditions.
This champagne is a blend of:
- 46% Pinot Noir – Provides beautiful structure and refined balance.
- 37% Chardonnay – Offers generosity and a juicy texture, a result of the year's heat waves.
- 17% Meunier – Preserves freshness and brings elegant bitterness.
This cuvée was nicknamed "Rondeur ciselée" (chiseled roundness) by the Krug Tasting Committee because of its dual personality: an enveloping and generous texture, counterbalanced by a lively, salty finish. Aged for over ten years on lees, this champagne reveals remarkable aromatic depth and striking elegance.
The 2011 vintage
2011 was an exceptional year, with inverted seasons: an early, warm spring followed by a cooler, wetter summer. This contrasting weather influenced the ripeness of the grapes, giving rise to a vintage where the unexpected prevailed. The fruit retained surprising freshness, while the wines of the year revealed a unique aromatic intensity.
Tasting notes
Appearance
Krug Vintage 2011 is a golden color with luminous highlights, enhanced by a delicate and persistent effervescence.
Nose
An expressive nose dominated by fresh fruit, enhanced by delicious nuances of pastry, stewed fruit, and a subtle touch of smoke and thyme.
Palate
On the palate, the enveloping roundness gives way to a lively, chiseled finish. Notes of sea salt and grapefruit zest bring contrasting freshness, prolonging the pleasure of tasting.
Serving suggestions
- Pan-fried foie gras with spices
- Roasted langoustines with lemon butter
- Scallop carpaccio with citrus fruits
- Grilled veal chop with herbs
- Lobster in a spicy sauce
- Risotto with porcini mushrooms and Parmesan cheese
- Fig and honey tart
- Apple and caramel crumble
- Chocolate ganache with orange zest
The price of Champagne Krug Vintage 2011 in a gift box
The price of Champagne Krug Vintage 2011 in a gift box is 363,95 £GB. This rare and refined vintage, enhanced by more than ten years of aging, is an ideal choice for lovers of exceptional champagnes.
Reviews of Krug Vintage 2011 Champagne
Krug enthusiasts praise the complexity and balance of this vintage. Its contrast between smoothness and freshness, as well as its surprising aromas, make it a must-try cuvée. Read reviews of the Krug Vintage 2011 cuvée.
Storing this champagne
Krug Vintage 2011 Champagne is made for aging. It can be stored for over 20 years in a cellar at a stable temperature (68-58°F), where it will continue to gain complexity and patina.
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