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About This Champagne
Krug 2000 has had over two decades to develop honeyed, nutty depth.
2000 brought heat, heavy rain and storms in turn. The blend is an almost equal split of Chardonnay (43 per cent) and Pinot Noir (42 per cent), with 15 per cent Meunier.
Tasting Profile
- Nose: Caramel, nougat, hazelnut and pastry, with honey, candied orange peel and a cool hint of menthol.
- Palate: Full and powerful, with baked fruit, brioche, grapefruit and a dense, toasty core.
- Finish: Polished and very long, with honey and roasted nuts.
Serving & Food
Serve it at 10 to 12°C in a wide tulip, with foie gras or Peking duck.
Good to Know
When should I drink it? Over the coming years, while the fruit is bright.
What's the style? Broad and generous, with honey and toast from age.
Product Details
| Producer | Krug |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne |
| Grape | 43% Chardonnay, 42% Pinot Noir, 15% Meunier |
| Vintage | 2000 |
| Size | 750mL |
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About the Maison
Joseph Krug founded the house in Reims in 1843, and LVMH has owned it since 1999. Every plot is fermented separately in small, old oak casks, so each parcel can be judged on its own.