1996 Krug, Vintage Brut 1x750ml

Vinous 96

At 30 years old, the 1996 Vintage is developing an iridescent straw hue, though not particularly deep. The nose is engaging with walnut, warm bread and light smoky scents of moderate intensity. The palate has the presence one expects from a mature Krug, a very subtle background oxidative element mingling with orange bitters and a little oiliness towards the finish. It does beg the question: where will this go from here? As such, I would not hesitate to open bottles in the near future, but there s no rush. [Neal Martin, 31/03/2026]

Robert Parker 97

It has been a while since we met, but the Krug 1996 is unequivocally a brilliant slice of champagne " the nose cut from some slab of limestone that must of plummeted into the Champagne countryside from outer space. The palate is rapier like acidity, life-affirming mineralite and a focus and freshness that is nothing less than thrilling. Krug is one of life’s great pleasures and this is one of their finest vintages. Tasted November 2012. [Neal Martin, 01/11/2012]