Alice Lascelles in the FT – Krug Vintage 2002 is finally released


Alice Lascelles, writer for the Financial times, describes Krug 2002 as “the last of the great 2002’s”. Officially launched 1st February, Krug 2002 has conjured up vast amounts of interests from buyers and drinkers alike.

Alice describes the champagne as “sweet white apple and honeyed, crystallised fruit are rounded out by a luxuriant creaminess, a sprinkling of more woody spice notes: nutmeg, cinnamon and star anise.”

The decision to release the 2002 after the 2003 (a vintage Lebel described as “torturous”) came as a surprise to some, but the wine dictated it, said Lebel.

Read the full article here.

To find out more and buy Krug 2002 follow the link here. 

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