Krug Champagne Collection 1989

Krug Collection 1989: The Harmony of Maturity and Vitality

A Vintage That Defies Time

Krug Collection 1989 is a mature expression of a legendary vintage, revealing extraordinary finesse and aromatic depth. After over three decades of cellaring, this Champagne has reached a unique balance between richness and freshness, representing the quintessence of the Krug style.

Climate and Harvest

The 1989 vintage was marked by an exceptionally warm and dry year, with an early harvest starting in early September. The grapes reached perfect ripeness, producing a wine of great concentration, yet preserving vibrant acidity thanks to Krug’s precision in selection and blending.

Winemaking Philosophy

As with every Krug creation, the 1989 Collection was crafted with meticulous attention to detail. A blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Meunier from a selection of the finest plots, vinified separately in small oak casks to enhance complexity and ageing potential. After its first release as Krug 1989, it spent many more years in Krug’s cellars before re-emerging in the Collection series.

Tasting Notes

Color
Brilliant golden yellow with amber reflections, luminous and evolved.

Nose
Complex and enveloping, with dried and candied fruits, toasted hazelnuts, honey, brioche, and subtle spices like ginger and cinnamon.

Palate
Full and creamy, with silky bubbles and an almost Burgundian depth. Hints of orange zest, almond, and chalky minerality lead to a long, dry and perfectly poised finish.

Food Pairings

An exceptional Champagne for refined pairings: truffled poultry, langoustine, veal with mushrooms, or aged cheeses like Comté or Beaufort.

Serving Temperature

Serve at 11–12°C, allowing 15–20 minutes in the glass to reveal all its layers.

🧾 Technical Sheet

• Producer: Krug

• Label: Krug Collection

• Vintage: 1989

• Appellation: Champagne AOC

• Grape Varieties: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Meunier

• Vinification: In small oak barrels

• Ageing: Over 25 years on the lees

• Dosage: Brut

• Alcohol Content: ~12.5% vol

• Format: 750ml

• Disgorgement: As part of Krug Collection (second release)

Maison Krug

Excellence in Champagne since 1843

Founded in 1843 by Joseph Krug, Maison Krug is today regarded as one of the most prestigious Champagne houses in the world. Of German origin, Joseph Krug arrived in France with a radical vision: to create a Champagne each year without compromise, capable of offering the fullest expression of taste regardless of climatic conditions. This idea, revolutionary at the time, remains the foundation of Krug’s philosophy, still firmly upheld by the family today. Though now part of the LVMH group, the House has retained rare creative and operational independence, preserving an identity that has resisted trends and market shifts, establishing itself as an undisputed reference in the world of high-end Champagne.

Extreme selection and an intimate relationship with each plot

At Krug, vineyard work is rooted in an intimate understanding of every single parcel. Grapes are sourced from around 250 plots, each vinified separately, with the aim of highlighting and respecting the individuality of every micro-terroir. Krug does not own vast vineyards but relies on long-standing relationships with a highly selective network of growers, built on trust and quality. Grape selection is obsessive, and each parcel is treated as a wine in its own right, capable of contributing uniquely to the final blend. Respect for natural balance and the adoption of sustainable farming practices are central to the House’s philosophy, with an increasing focus on precision viticulture that honors the land.

Vinification as an art of listening to time and memory

In the cellar, Krug stands for artisanal precision and a tailor-made approach. Each base wine is vinified separately in small 205-liter oak barrels—a rare choice in modern Champagne—which allows for natural micro-oxygenation and exceptional aromatic complexity. The other cornerstone of Krug’s method is the careful preservation of hundreds of reserve wines from over 15 different vintages. This liquid memory is what enables Krug to craft its Grande Cuvée each year, the House’s true emblem, an assemblage of more than 120 wines where every element is selected to create a Champagne beyond time. Extended lees aging—often over 7 years—completes a process where no shortcuts are allowed and excellence is the only acceptable outcome.