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Krug, Vintage Champagne Brut, 1985
Champagne
750ml
Label : Very Slightly Stained Label
Level : Neck Level
🏰 【A hedonistic masterpiece and one of the best of the decade】, Krug Vintage Champagne Brut 1985 is renowned for its richly concentrated flavors and impressive longevity. The 1985 vintage in Champagne, despite a freezing winter, was saved by exceptionally fine weather in September and October, leading to grapes of remarkable quality. This champagne unravels an intricate tapestry of roasted nut, dried fruit, and delicate spice nuances on the nose, with aromas of warm bread, mild spices, pepper, and wax. The palate surges with densely woven layers of lemon curd, ripe peach, and toasted brioche, underpinned by a riveting acidity that provides balance amidst unabashed richness, culminating in a long and creamy finish.
🍴 This opulent and complex vintage champagne would be a magnificent pairing for luxurious Cantonese dishes like crispy skin chicken (脆皮雞) or steamed scallops with vermicelli and garlic (蒜蓉粉絲蒸扇貝). For Western cuisine, consider oysters Rockefeller, pan-seared foie gras, or a rich lobster thermidor.
🥂 An extraordinary choice for a truly special occasion, such as a significant anniversary, a grand celebration, or a serious tasting among champagne aficionados. This champagne is fully mature and offers exceptional elegance and refinement, promising to thrive in the cellar for years to come. Given its age, handle with care, especially the cork. Serve chilled at 10-12°C (50-54°F) in appropriate glassware to fully appreciate its intricate bouquet and fine perlage.
BACKGROUND
Krug is one of Champagne's most prestigious houses and its wines are among the most collectible and expensive in Champagne.The house was founded in 1843 by Joseph Krug, a native of the Mosel region in Germany, who had moved to France and spent some time working for Jacquesson, the leading Champagne house of the time. Krug's philosophy was that every Champagne should be the best possible expression, and eschewed the common idea of a hierarchy of Champagne. Instead, he began to craft a premium wine from a reserve of wines vinified separately by the growers themselves, a wine that would eventually become the Grande Cuvée.