{"product_id":"krug-2013","title":"Krug 2013","description":"\u003cp\u003eKrug 2013 is a striking example of how one of Champagne’s most iconic houses can turn a challenging vintage into something extraordinary. Cool, rainy conditions and a late harvest have produced a wine of rare freshness, precision, and crystalline energy, with Chardonnay taking the lead in a style that feels both vibrant and deeply refined.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMakuprofiili\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, Krug 2013 shows a luminous, focused profile with fine, persistent bubbles and a sleek, elegant texture. The nose is intensely citrus-driven, opening with lemon and grapefruit before moving into candied citrus, subtle floral notes, and a hint of underlying maturity.\n\nOn the palate, Chardonnay brings brightness and aromatic lift, while Pinot Noir and Meunier add structure, depth, and a quiet layer of ripe fruit that rounds out the wine beautifully. The result is a champagne with striking tension, precise acidity, a mineral backbone, and a long, lingering finish. It has excellent aging potential and should continue to develop beautifully over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViininvalmistus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2013 in Champagne was marked by a cool, wet growing season and a notably late harvest, conditions that favored freshness and high natural acidity. Krug selected a blend of 41% Pinot Noir, 38% Chardonnay, and 21% Meunier, creating a cuvée that balances intensity with finesse. The wine reflects the house’s meticulous vinification approach and its ability to shape a distinctive vintage expression from a demanding year.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRuoka \u0026amp; tarjoilu\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKrug 2013 works beautifully as an aperitif, but it truly shines at the table with refined dishes such as oysters, shellfish, sashimi, grilled white fish, or poultry with citrus and herb accents. Serve well chilled at around 8–10°C. Decanting is generally not necessary, though a short period in the glass can help the wine раскры its full aromatic range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuottaja\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChampagne Krug is one of the most prestigious names in Champagne, founded in 1843 and known for its uncompromising dedication to richness, complexity, and individuality. The house has long been celebrated for crafting cuvées with exceptional depth and aging potential, making it a benchmark producer in the region and a reference point for luxury Champagne worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Champagne Krug","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49122517909746,"sku":"FW-10334","price":401.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/4810\/5202\/files\/10334.png?v=1777476458","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.fi\/products\/krug-2013","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}