Krug Vintage 2002

Product Description:
Krug Vintage 2002 is one of the most celebrated releases from the House of Krug, widely regarded as a benchmark expression of prestige Champagne from an extraordinary vintage. Crafted from a meticulous blend of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Meunier sourced from the finest plots across Champagne, the wine reflects both the generosity of the 2002 growing season and the precision of Krug’s uncompromising winemaking philosophy. The 2002 vintage was marked by ideal weather conditions, producing grapes with exceptional ripeness, balance and concentration. After extensive ageing in Krug’s cellars, the wine emerged with remarkable depth, refinement and complexity, earning widespread acclaim from critics around the world. Fermented in small oak casks as per Krug tradition, the Champagne combines richness and texture with remarkable freshness and energy.

The wine opens with extraordinary aromatic intensity, revealing layers of citrus, dried fruits, hazelnut, brioche and chalky minerality. Rich yet impeccably balanced, the palate delivers immense concentration framed by vibrant acidity and a creamy, persistent mousse. Notes of candied citrus, almond pastry, honey and toasted bread unfold seamlessly with remarkable precision and elegance. Despite its power and opulence, the wine maintains extraordinary freshness and finesse throughout its evolution on the palate. The finish is exceptionally long, saline and deeply mineral, leaving an enduring impression of sophistication and purity. Krug Vintage 2002 is considered one of the great modern vintages of Champagne and possesses immense ageing potential for decades to come. It is a profound and collectible expression of luxury Champagne at the highest level.

Tasting Notes
NOSE
– Complex and intensely expressive
Candied citrus, brioche, toasted hazelnut, dried apricot and chalky mineral notes.

PALATE
– Powerful yet refined
Lemon curd, almond pastry, honey, ripe orchard fruits and creamy mousse balanced by vibrant acidity.

FINISH
– Exceptionally long and mineral-driven
Lingering citrus zest, toasted brioche, saline minerality and elegant freshness.

Reviews & Accolades
“This is very structured and tightly wound with fantastic depth and richness. Full-bodied, very layered and intense. Lots of hazelnuts, brioche, light lemons and stones. Powerful and long. A great wine with a future.” — James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com, 99 Points

“Krug's 2002 Brut is a striking Champagne that possesses dazzling richness and pure power. Smoke, slate, graphite, crushed rocks and lemon confit are some of the many notes that emerge from this explosive, vivid Champagne.” — Antonio Galloni, Vinous, 98 Points

“The 2002 Krug Vintage Brut is showing brilliantly, wafting from the glass with aromas of pear, citrus oil, brioche, smoke, warm biscuits and iodine. Full-bodied, deep and concentrated, it's layered and multidimensional, with huge depth at the core, racy acids and a long, penetrating finish.” — William Kelley, Wine Advocate, 98+ Points

Finer Details:
Style – Champagne
Varietal – Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Meunier
Country – France
Region – Champagne
Vintage – 2002
Bottle Size – 750ml
ABV – 12%