backed by a rearguard of dense tannins
white flowers and pastry cream
An important cru
This is also quite pretty with its mix of plum
37 ha parcel that is a monopole at the 1er level – this parcel was upgraded to premier cru status in 1987)
Krug, Grande Cuvee Size:6x750ml backed by a rearguard ofBearing the inaugural Grande Cuve label, which was used from 1978 to 1982, this bottle of Krug's NV Brut Grande Cuve (1978 1982) offers up a deep bouquet of honeycomb, spices, dried citrus peal, toasted bread, lemon oil and walnuts. Full bodied, layered and textural, it's built around an incisive spine of acidity, with fine depth at the core and a long, mineral finish. This is a little firmer and more structural than the more pillowy, charming mid