The evolution that a single glass of Krug Rosé undergoes at virtually any stage of its development is more notable than most wines experience in their lifetime. This release is no exception. Composed of 32 wines from six vintages between 2010 and 2016, the blend of 58% Pinot Noir (including 10% red wine), 25% Chardonnay, and 17% Meunier is a tad more generous than the 27th edition but no less precise for that. Over time, the nose clearly evokes everything from cranberry and cinnamon to bergamot and rose to fresh soil and prosciutto, while the palate brings in brûléed pink grapefruit, peach, and ginger by turns as its plush texture hews to its elegant frame. When people laud Champagne’s combination of power and finesse, this is exactly what they mean.
