Aroma & Taste The champagne boasts an intense and brilliant golden hue. Rich in aromas of honey, licorice, menthol, orange peel, and grapefruit, with a lively mousse, intense and harmonious with great tension in the mouth. Notes of quince, candied fruit, and citrus, yellow kiwi, star fruit, honey, apple pie, butter cookies, orange peel, peony, and fennel, with undertones of flowers and menthol. The 2008 vintage has a long, balanced, and tight finish, with incredible structure and a pleasant acidity. The flavours linger pleasantly in your mouth. Climate & Terroir 2008 was one of the coldest years in Champagne in the past 14 years, and moreover, one of the least sunny years in the past 50 years. The summer was dry, with constant temperatures. The absence of extremes ensured a consistent ripening of the grapes. Thanks to these conditions, they were intense, elegant, and beautifully structured. It was noticeable during the harvest: the heterogeneity of the vines resulted in complexity with a full spectrum of flavors and aromas. Vinification The exceptional profile of Krug 2008 was crafted after 12 years of maturation in the cellars, allowing the expression, harmony, and finesse to fully develop. Like all Krug champagnes, the taste of Krug 2008 continues to evolve. Grapes Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier & Pinot Noir Alcohol Percentage 12.5%