It was a great honor to be invited by Krug this July on their Ambassade Voyage. Spending time with other Krug lovers from the industry—mostly Michelin Star chefs—and learning about Krug was a highlight of my career. It is the second time I have had the opportunity to travel with this group, but the first time that the destination was Krug’s own facilities in Champagne. My mind is still blown—it was the experience of a lifetime.
Read MoreThis Friday night, Cinnamon and I shared a bottle of the greatest young vintage I have ever tasted from the legendary house of Krug, their monumental 2008. Expectations were high for this bottle, given that it was the most anticipated release in my 22 years of doing the Champagne buying at K&L. Those expectations were exceeded. This wine will be a legend like 1945 Mouton, 1978 Hermitage La Chapelle, or 1921 Salon. They nailed it.
Read MoreLove vintage Blanc de Blancs Champagne? Love an incredible value? Our Champagne Buyer, Gary Westby, has found both and there’s plenty to share. The 2013 Ayala Blanc de Blancs Brut is an incredible find no Champagne enthusiast will want to miss.
Read MoreThis weekend, Cinnamon and I had the chance to preview the soon to be released 2006 Krug Brut Champagne, and we were very impressed.
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