The calm before the storm
Kt
So, longitude degorged 2023, so good, fresh, very Larmadier
745, perfectly ready to drink, the warmth of the year really influences the wine, so ready to drink, even in magnum
3A, gorgeous, dgt 2021, so large yet fresh, so so good
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LP rose, depends on the day the best NV rose in champagne (some other days is Billecart)
The others I"m still tasting...
Krug 168: still amazingly young, fresh and yet layered and deep. Can go on for decades
Giulio 2008: good depth, long, great, but lack the zing from the other champagnes
Comtes 2006: for me WOTN, I love aged bdb and this is no exception. Bakery, pastry galore, amazing depth and acidity despite not being a top vintage
Winston 2006: nice zig, tertiary showing nicely, still great but not the winner tonight
Some thoughts on this incredible tasting done a few hours ago with a good friend and paired with sushi. Seeing these three side-by-side tells such a story about the evolution of Krug.
Krug Grande Cuvée "Second Generation" (White Label): Even with that deep amber color, it was stunning. It felt like an elegant gentleman in a tailored suit—mature, composed, and perfectly put together. What really surprised me was how it evolved; the more time passed in the glass, the better it became. Truly timeless.
Krug "Foglioline" (probably 4th generation): This one was all about pastry notes and incredible acidity. It feels like it’s exactly at its peak right now. The balance between that rich, gourmand nose and the freshness on the palate is just insane.
Krug 164ème Édition: Magnificent. Being based on the 2008 vintage, it has that classic, razor-sharp acidity 2008 is known for. It started off very vertical but softened up beautifully after a couple of hours.
Three incredible bottles, each with a different soul. Not much else to add—Krug is just in a league of its own.