A gorgeous example of Lascombes
Very ripe and rich
the texture is creamy and the balance right on the money
A mere one-third of the crop made it into the grand vin
rich tannins that need more bottle age to flesh out
Krug Grand Cuvee NV 169 eme Edition Champagne Red Wine A gorgeous example of LascombesAbout The Wine As Known as "Gold Label" (gold label with Bordeaux red frame) No information about grapes At nose is fantastic, brioche, citrus, toast apple, honey, lemon, almond, cream, minerals, butter, hazelnut, yeast, nutty, grapefruit, marzipan, biscuit, gingerbread, pastry, tropical, chalk, baked apple In mouth is rich, very expressive, roundness and softness, lively acidity, fruity notes, citrus notes, long persistency. Food Match A good