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Krug Champagne House

Founded in 1843, Joseph Krug had the goal of blending wines of different years to produce a rich and consistent expression of pleasure. The House has a unique and singular approach, which has given it the reputation as the Haute Couture Champagne .

The prestige Krug Grande Cuvée  is the signature champagne of the house and aged for over 20 years. Over 120 wines are blended in this Cuvee taken from 150 reserve wines from the previous 10-15 vintages and 250 wines from a single year.

Did you know that each Krug bottle has a distinctive character using the six digit number that appears on the back label. An interactive Krug application, available on mobile and tablet, allows you to scan the Krug ID and access the unique history: harvest challenges of the year revealed by Cellar Master Eric Lebel, ratings from experts, food inspiration to pair with each cuvee, as well as storage recommendations.

Reservations

Exisiting Krug Clients Reservations can only be made for existing Krug clients upon written proof from your wine retailer and must be a minimum of 3 months in advance. If you are lucky enough to be offered a visit to Krug.

• Personalized welcome at Maison Krug. 45mins • Discovery of the House and Cellars 30mins • Tasting "Journey into the Krug Universe" 45mins.

Non-Krug Clients We offer an overnight luxury package which might look like this:

• Private cellar visit at Krug • Private cellar visit at Dom Perignon • 2 additional House or top vineyard visits • 2 immersive vineyard lunch expereinces • 3 star Michelin Star Diner paired with 3 vintage Krug Champagnes • 1 night luxury suite at a 5 star hotel with breakfast • Private driver for 2 days

Should you have the privilege of visiting Krug, we can enhance your experience by organizing an additional day tailored to your preferences. If you appreciate Krug's meticulous vineyard-by-vineyard and grape-by-grape vinification process, or their distinctive use of oak barrels, we can arrange visits to other wineries that employ similar techniques.

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Luxury krug tour in reims.

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Trip summary.

A rare and exclusive opportunity to visit the unique Champagne Krug.  This three day package offers the ultimate in luxury for lovers of this singular Champagne.  Staying at the sumptuous 5 * L’Assiette Champenoise, guests will enjoy a flawless level of service at the hotel as well as dinner in the hotel’s triple Michelin-Starred restaurant.

Upon arrival in Reims, check into the top Suite at L’Assiette Champenoise and enjoy the chilled half bottle of Krug Grande Cuvée that awaits you.  You may wish to then relax at the hotel and take a dip in the indoor pool, which opens straight on to the garden.

In the evening, the “Emotion” tasting menu will be served in the hotel’s contemporary dining room.  As part of your Exclusive package, the three Michelin starred Chef, Arnaud Lallement will be delighted to meet you and talk to you about the fresh, seasonal and local menu he has prepared for you, and the pairings he has chosen with Champagne Krug Grande Cuvée, Krug Vintage as well as Krug Rosé.

After breakfast on day two, you will be met at your hotel by your private driver who will take you to Champagne Krug, where you will be one of the few to experience an exclusive tour at the Krug Family House, a place lived in and loved for many generations and adjacent to the heart of Krug’s Champagne creation. You will start the experience with a glass of the current Édition of Krug Grande Cuvée in one of the intimate salons of the Maison. After getting acquainted with the philosophy of Joseph Krug in his iconic dark cherry notebook, your host will take you to the cellars to highlight the unique craftsmanship of Krug. Your Krug journey will end with an immersive tasting of two Krug Champagnes where music will have a role to play.

After such an unforgettable morning, the rest of the day is at leisure. You may wish to explore the historic city of Reims, it is after all, the capital of the Champagne region!

Reims was largely rebuilt after the First World War, and is famous for its Gothic Cathedral, where once upon a time, the Kings of France had their coronations.  There are plenty of excellent restaurants and cafés and we would be more than happy to provide recommendations for lunch.  We will arrange for your driver to collect you from Reims to take you back to your hotel when you are ready.

After a leisurely breakfast on day three, check out of the hotel and begin your homeward journey.

Outline Itinerary

Day One of your Krug tour

• On arrival in Reims, check into the top Suite at L’Assiette Champenoise. A half bottle of Krug will be waiting for you in your room on arrival.
• The rest of the day will be free for you to relax and enjoy your surroundings.
• In the evening, dinner with Krug Champagnes will be served in the hotel’s triple Michelin-starred restaurant.

Day Two of your Krug tour

• After breakfast, your day will consist of:
• Private transfers to and from Champagne Krug.
• A VIP tour and tastings at Champagne Krug.
• Free time in Reims.
• The evening will then be free for you to do as you choose.

Final day of your Krug tour

• After a leisurely breakfast, check out of the hotel.

Accommodation

L’Assiette Champenoise – Reims

I just wanted to send a note to say what a wonderful trip I experienced in Champagne. The itinerary was great, everything was in order from start to finish. I would say that dinner at l’Assiette Champenoise was absolutely stunning. I would recommend Grape Escapes to anyone travelling to wine regions in Europe.

Judy- Calgary, Canada

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• These prices are per person and based on two people travelling together and sharing a twin or double room.
• These are realistic guide prices, based on travel in standard season (usually April to the end of October). Discounts often apply for travel out of season (usually November to the end of March) or if there are more than two of you travelling together. Please let us know your preferred travel dates for a definitive price.
• Although we propose specific hotels as part of our standard packages, we enjoy excellent relationships and preferential rates at the majority of the hotels in each of our featured destinations. Therefore if you would prefer to stay in a different hotel, this can be arranged. Please contact us for the relevant supplements/discounts.
• Other room grades are available at most of the hotels that we work with. Just let us know which hotel you prefer and we will send you the relevant supplements for the various room grades.
• Single supplements and extra night prices are available upon request.

Enhance your Experience/Tour Upgrades

If you would like to make your Grape Escapes holiday even more special, there are a number of additional activities that we can arrange for you. To complement the experience, these could be arranged to fit in/around your current itinerary or we can arrange additional nights and room upgrades at your hotel, as well as your travel arrangements, a stop-over en route and even a visit to another part of the country! See below for some of the most popular upgrades.

• Stay longer! Just let us know your preferred hotel and room grade, and we will provide you with the relevant supplement for extra nights with breakfast.
• Additional tours and activities! We would be delighted to provide inspiration for more wine tours and cultural activities. The possibilities are endless!
• Experience the region’s gastronomy. The wine regions are brimming with unique gastronomic dining opportunities and what better way to enjoy a glass than with a mouth-watering meal? We offer a variety of menus to suit every budget. Contact us for prices.
• Tailor-made tour extensions. The team at Grape Escapes have travelled extensively in Europe, not just in the wine regions and can therefore recommend and arrange tailor-made tour extensions to other regions and cities, for example Paris in France or Bilbao in Spain.

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The Fabulous Krug Cellar Tour & Tasting in Reims, France

Krug Cellars is located in downtown Reims. If you weren’t looking for it you may stroll by it not noticing the subtle unmarked entrance.

Upon arriving to Maison Krug, we were welcomed with a glass of Krug Champagne as we sat and relaxed in this lovely lounge.

Cheers to the upcoming visit at Maison Krug and being able to sip on these beautiful wines for the next few hours! I feel like such a lucky girl being able to experience Maison Krug. Sadly this Maison is not open to the public so it’s quite a challenging visit to secure.

This is the Living Room and Dining Room at Maison Krug.

After being welcomed with a glass of wine and spending some time learning about the history of Krug we began our tour of the cellar.

Within these cellars resides the House’s vast library of reserve wines to which six generations have contributed. This collection now houses 150 wines, each expressing the personality of an individual plot.

The tank room where the Krug Champagnes are blended and stored before they’re bottled.

After our cellar tour, we proceeded to a tasting in this gorgeous tasting lounge. I felt as if I died and went to heaven. What a stunning experience!

The wall of 40 wines (shown on the right)

“Each year, Krug’s Cellar Master auditions 250 wines of the year and 150 reserve wines when creating a new Édition of Krug Grande Cuvée. While the wall of this tasting room visually depicts these 400 wines, each of which incarnates the essence of a single vineyard plot, audio speakers placed around the space play acoustic representations of 10 different regions of Champagne, to demonstrate the unique contribution of each to the final blend of Krug Grande Cuvée, the most generous expression of Champagne.”

Our tasting began with the Krug Grand Cuvee. I always enjoy tasting this stunning which has a deep golden color, fine bubbles with lovely fullness and elegant flavors.

Our tasting included the 2004 Krug vintage, the 2006 Krug Brut concluding with the Grand Cuvee 162. Each of these wines was magnificent with subtle unique tastes and flavor profiles.

It was interesting tasting the 2004 Krug vintage next to to the 2006 Krug Vintage as I found the 2004 lovely with creamy flavors and not too bright or acidity. I loved the nutty noises with caramel scents.

In comparison the 2006 Krug Brut also had the nutty profile yet it was a very hot year which made for a bigger more indulgent profile with beautiful vanilla scents on the nose.

Views of the Krug garden and patio.

Thanks to the Maison Krug team for hosting me for this informative and delicious tasting. What a spectacular once in a lifetime memory I will always treasure and appreciate. 

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An Introduction to the Champagne Houses of Reims: A Sparkling Experience!

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When one thinks of Champagne, the mind often wanders to the effervescent elegance of the world’s most celebrated sparkling wine. And in the heart of the Champagne region lies the historic city of Reims, home to some of the most prestigious Champagne houses globally.

Exploring the Champagne houses of Reims isn’t just about sipping some of the world’s best bubbly. It’s a journey through time, art, and legacy. The guided tours often delve deep into the cellars, offering insights into the intricate processes of Champagne production. The city itself, steeped in history, from its gothic cathedral to its bustling markets, complements the experience, making Reims a must-visit for every wine enthusiast and history buff.

So, the next time you raise a toast with that sparkling golden drink, remember there’s a world of history, tradition, and passion behind every bubble. Cheers to Reims!

Champagne Pommery

Nestled in the vibrant core of Reims lies the esteemed Champagne House Pommery. Established in 1858, Pommery is renowned for its Brut Royal.

Steeped in rich history the hoe of Champagne Pommery is this 19th-century architectural marvel was the brainchild of Madame Pommery herself. A tapestry of tales and traditions, this château boasts an intricate maze of cellars stretching over 18 kilometers. As you delve into its depths, the journey is made even more memorable with the delicate taste of their signature Champagne accompanying you. As you step into Pommery’s domain, you’re greeted by the striking neo-Elizabethan architecture. Dive deep into the chalk cellars, also a UNESCO World Heritage site, for a fascinating journey through time and taste.

Maison Veuve Clicquot

Established in the 18th century, Veuve Clicquot stands as a monumental name in the Champagne region, renowned far and wide for its exceptional bubbly.

With an impressive 24 kilometers of cellars, the heart and soul of the House lies within these subterranean chambers. Here, amidst the cool, echoing passages, you can sip their exquisite Champagne, a testament to centuries of mastery.

Delve into the cavernous depths and be enveloped by the rich narrative of Veuve Clicquot, a tale as effervescent as its famed beverage.

This esteemed Champagne house has its roots going back to the 13th century. Nestled in the historic heart of Reims, this venue promises a fresh array of experiences. With an enchanting blend of history and modernity, Taittinger offers tours of its historic chalk pits, art collections, and, of course, tasting sessions of its exceptional cuvées. Throughout the seasons, our expert guides invite you to step into the world of Taittinger Champagne, unraveling the rich tapestry of this illustrious family estate. Relish the culmination of dedication and passion from a team of aficionados, as you explore our signature cuvées. It’s more than just a tasting; it’s an intimate communion with the very essence of Taittinger, where every bottle carries the proud signature of its custodians.

La Maison Mumm

Step into the realm of legendary champagne at a house that offers an enchanting voyage into the realm of sparkling magnificence. Embark on a guided tour that will unveil the secrets of their historic cellars, providing insight into the meticulous artistry that has elevated Mumm to a pinnacle of distinction.

Explore the intricate process of champagne crafting, tracing its journey from vine to bottle. Savor the opportunity to indulge in tasting their iconic cuvées, renowned for their audacious flavors and unparalleled excellence. Immerse yourself in the opulent legacy of La Maison Mumm, and raise a toast to the unwavering devotion and commitment that have transformed their champagnes into a universal emblem of jubilation and accomplishment.

Maison Ruinart

Experience the allure and craftsmanship of the oldest Champagne house, steeped in timeless elegance. Embark on a captivating voyage through history as you venture into their ancient cellars, where generations of tradition have elevated the craft of Champagne-making to perfection.

Discover the intricate art of blending and aging their exceptional wines, and indulge in the sublime flavours of their acclaimed cuvées. Immerse yourself in the sophistication of Maison Ruinart as you unveil the heritage of their illustrious Champagne, transforming your visit into a jubilation of the finest effervescent nectar that embodies the quintessence of French opulence and savoir-faire.

Other Champagne & Champagne Vineyards of Reims

Krug: A house synonymous with unparalleled luxury in the champagne world. Founded in 1843, Krug is known for its meticulous craftsmanship. Their Grand Cuvée is a testament to the excellence and precision of the maison’s wine-making techniques.

Lanson: Operating since 1760, Lanson holds the prestigious warrant of a ‘Royal Warrant’ as suppliers to the British court. Their Black Label Brut is widely recognized, and a visit to their cellars is an invitation to discover their rich heritage.

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A Private Tour of the House of Krug

In 1843, Joseph Krug established the House of Krug in Reims, France, at the center of the rich wine-growing region of Champagne. A German-born accountant who had moved to Paris when he was 34, Krug wanted to dispense with “vintages” and create a sparkling wine that could be produced with unwavering consistency every year. He was helped by an aptitude for blending reserve wines, a gift that allowed him to create one of the world’s most sippable Champagnes, Krug Grande Cuvée NV. He said that Champagne should be about perfection, and perfection is ultimately about pleasure. We know this because he wrote it in a journal, discovered in Krug’s archives only two years ago, a copy of which is now on display at the brand’s Maison in Reims.

Today, Krug, now a sixth-generation family business, buys about two-thirds of its grapes from 100 suppliers in the Champagne region, where there are some 280,000 pinot noir and chardonnay vineyards in use, according to Eric Lebel , the House of Krug’s cellar master. Of Lebel’s many jobs, one of the most important is quality control. He pays regular visits to more than 200 regional vineyards, especially in September, when the grapes are harvested. He selects vineyards by the characteristics of their grapes, not by the tonnage they can supply.

By autumn, Krug’s base wines are created. A diverse tasting committee convenes three times a week, registering around 5,000 records over the course of five months. Lebel then plods the notes, and by March will have a sketch of the year’s take. He fills in any flavor blanks (Grande Cuvée NV is essentially an oenological jigsaw puzzle), by blending the base wines from that year with some 150 wines from ten different vintages. The entire process from harvest to maturation can last anywhere from 7 to 17 years, whether it’s Grande Cuvée NV or a Krug vintage.

Krug also has its own 17th-century Chardonnay vineyard, Clos du Mesnil, in the village of Mesnil-sur-Oger, access to which is usually granted only to employees. The cloistered vineyard, which the Krug family maintains to be the purest expression of chardonnay, is locked behind high, protective walls that provide the grapes with a superior microclimate. It’s one of 12 walled vineyards in the Champagne region, with an annual output of between 2,000 and 10,000 bottles.

At the House’s Maison in Reims, employees take particular pride in their association with the brand. One told a story about an afternoon a few years ago, when some archived vintages were being moved and a bottle fell and cracked along the neck. Everyone rushed to sample the damaged bottle’s contents and guess the vintage. Because the Champagne was bright and crisp without a hint of having gone off, most guessed 1960 or 1970, but the bottled dated to 1915.

Owned by LVMH since 1999, Krug’s operations have never been open to the public. But this week, Lebel offered a rare look into the winemaker’s maison and private vineyard, revealing the alchemy required to make the perfect Krug Grande Cuvée NV.

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One of France’s most respected and celebrated Champagne houses, Krug was family owned for 165 years before it became part of LVMH in 2008. With an exclusive repertoire of masterfully blended wines and Champagnes, and the specialty Grand Cuvée varietal, the house has perfected the art of the bubbly libation. The heir, Olivier Krug, is still deeply involved as the house master and oversees the 50 acres of vineyards, expansive cellars and country house that comprise the property. While Krug is not open to the public, Indagare is able to coordinate tours and tastings at this extraordinary estate. An afternoon at Krug includes a walk through the picturesque vineyards and cellars as well as a blending workshop to learn how the master blender combines multiple vintages and varieties to create the lauded Grand Cuvée without a formula, just memory and taste. As one of the most innovative Champagne houses, Krug has collaborated with renowned musicians to pair their music with specific Champagnes, a special and unique tasting experience for any Champagne connoisseur. An elegant and exquisitely prepared dinner held inside the grand mansion house concludes the visit, expertly complemented with Krug’s finest reserves.

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Private Tour and Tasting at The House of Krug.

 a tour of the house of krug.

Krug is one of the most prestigious houses in the champagne region in France. To be able to visit and do a private tour and tasting at The House of Krug is truly exceptional. Joseph Krug established the House of Krug in 1843 to create the very best champagne. Krug is based in Reims the main city in the champagne region in France.

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If you get the chance to tour the House of Krug you will be extremely lucky and honoured to do so since Krug no longer actually gives private tours to the general public. However we visited the Krug cellars during our stay at  L’Assiette Champenoise where they offer speciality Krug champagne weekend packages .

A visit to the House of Krug in the heart of the Champagne region

Our visit was very special from the word go, Starting in the House where Krug began in the heart of champagne. The beautiful building with the oak barrels lining the entrance were spectacular in itself.

The Lounge of Krug

Joseph Krug wrote all of his tasting notes in a cherry red notebook passing on all of his knowledge to his son Paul. He experimented with building a reserve of wines from grapes grown in different plots to blend exceptional wines.

Joseph wrote in his book ” A good house should only create two champagnes of the same quality” , champagne no 1 to be the fullest expression of champagne every single year, and. Champagne no 2, the expression of the circumstances of a particular year captured by Krug, and created only in the years as Krug vintage.

We know this today as Krug Vintage.

The Krug Champagne

Today the house offers seven different Krug champagnes;

• Krug grande cuvée
• The Krug vintage
• Krug collection
• Two clos du mesnil .

A walled vinyard ‘the clos du mesnil’ is where the grapes are grown in a protected area closed off from external elements such as wind. It also has the perfect soil. This soil (or terroir as it is called in French) creates an exceptional flavour. With the quality Soil and growing position you can create exceptional wine such as those created at Krug.

Krug have two of these such areas and grow grapes that are used to produce two champagnes. The Krug Clos Mesnil Champagne and the Clos D’ambonnay which produces the Krug Clos D’ambonnay Champagne.

Champagne tasting at The house of Krug

We sampled three champagnes on our tasting at Krug;

• A Krug Grand Cuvée
• Krug Vintage 2003
• Krug Vintage 2000

All three champagnes were exceptional and came with their own Krug ID.

Krug Grand Cuvée

Krug Grande Cuvée is a blend of over 120 wines coming from ten or more different previous vintages. Some of the vintages used to make this champagne are up to fifteen years old in age. There are three grape varieties in the Krug Grand Cuvée they are the;

•  Pinot Meunier.

These all come from from numerous Grand Cru vineyards in the champagne region.

Krug Vintage Champagne

Krug Vintage is, according to the House;

“not the selection of the best wines of a particular year, but rather the expression of that year according to Krug”.

Therefore Krug Vintage is composed only of wines from one a single year. The Krug Vintage champagne matures in Krug’s cellars for at least ten years before it is released for sale.

On our visit we were told all about the “Krug ID “which tells the unique story of each individual bottle of champagne.

Each bottle of Krug has its own Krug ID number on the back of the bottle. Krug has divised an App where you can learn about each individual bottle of Krug. Once you put the Krug ID information in to the Krug app it will tell you the story of your individual bottle. You will be able to find out the age of the reserve wine’s used to make the champagne as well as when it was corked and the date it left the cellar.

Accompanying this information you will find tasting notes on the wine as well as information on food pairing and even music that suits the mood of your champagne.

What is in the cellars of the house of Krug?

Once we had finished our tasting, we took a tour of the house. First off was the stunning cellars where even the smell is amazing, the cool dark spaces emulates such History and an excitement much like their champagne..

Champagne is stored to mature in wooden riddling racks. These riddlers allow for just a quarter turn at a time for each bottle to allow the sediment to settle in to the neck of the bottle.

Seeing the stunning vintages locked behind gates was amazing. All sitting and waiting for that special event.

Next was a tour around the reserve wines in they’re huge aluminium vats. Here you will find the house’s library of 150 reserve wines. These wines are to be used in the blend of a future Krug Grande Cuvée and Krug Rosé.

The pristine clean rooms are a stark contrast to that of the cellars.

Krug uses small 205-litre oak casks tailor-made from trees that are more than two centuries old in the forests of Hautes Futaies in Central France. These Barrels are only used for approximately 40 years.

During the summer preceding the harvest, casks are regularly watered to humidify the wood. The oak casks were a beautiful sight to see filling up the courtyard of the House of Krug. The water leaves stunning reflections on their lids of the surrounding house.

Visiting The House of Krug  was a fantastic  opportunity to explore and taste some beautiful champagne’s from an exceptional house.

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Wow what an experience and a beautiful building to wander around. Love that you can enter the code on the app and find out the story behind the bottle. I hope you got to sample some of the Krug too x

Was an Amazing experience, I love France too! thanks for visiting x

What amazing and beautiful pictures. I have another place to add to my must visit list on my future trips planning.

What a fabulous opportunity! Krug is by far my favorite champagne. Do you have advice on obtaining a tour? I will traveling to France in JuneJuky of this year and am very keen on touring the Krug winery. However, Inhave heard that it’s difficult to get a tour. I did an internet search on Krug tours and came across your blog. Many thanks in advance for your advice.

Best, Andrea

Hi Andrea, thank you for your visit. We visited Krug as part of a offer with a hotel and meal package at https://www.assiettechampenoise.com/en/hotel/#krug it is quite expensive. However you may be able to get in if you use someone who arranges tours for different champagne houses. I can find the contact for the man we use. I will be doing more Champagne posts soon on other champagnes in the area soon.

Merci pour cet article

What a wonderful trip, I love champagne and will definitely stop by when I am in next in the area. Thanks for sharing.

Thank you for visiting x

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