{"product_id":"krug-clos-du-ambonnay-2008","title":"Krug Clos D'Ambonnay 2008","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKrug Clos d’Ambonnay 2008 exalts the elegant intensity of one of the finest terroirs in the region, the Clos d’Ambonnay – and of a single grape variety, Pinot Noir, from a single year, 2008.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBorn from the gentle circumstances of 2008, Krug Clos d’Ambonnay 2008 exhibits exquisite grace, depth and beautiful structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is the seventh champagne from this unique plot of Pinot Noir. The first was created with the harvest of 1995.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMaison Krug’s unique craftsmanship has revealed a rare champagne from a remarkable terroir, the Clos d’Ambonnay. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLocated in the heart of Ambonnay, one of the most distinguished villages for Pinot Noir in Champagne, this tiny walled plot of 0.68 hectare (1.68 acres) has been a darling cru for Krug since its origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eKrug Clos d’Ambonnay was born from the fifth generation of the Krug family, Rémi and Henri Krug’s quest to pay tribute to the Pinot Noir grapes of Ambonnay, a terroir dear to the Maison, while remaining loyal founder Joseph Krug’s plot-by-plot approach to winemaking. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eTheir search lasted seven years, until they discovered the Clos d’Ambonnay in 1991, a tiny vineyard surrounded by protective walls since 1766. Purchased in 1994, they crafted the first Krug Clos d’Ambonnay champagne in 1995, revealed 12 years later in 2007.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eKrug Clos d’Ambonnay is a rare gem epitomising the attention to detail, uncompromising quality and appreciation for unique terroirs inherited from Joseph Krug.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"color-highlighted field field--title field--type-string field--label-hidden\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"subtitle mb-xs field field--description field--type-string-long field--label-hidden\"\u003eAt first sight, a bright and golden colour.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field field--text field--type-text-long field--label-hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, aromas toast, caramel, cocoa and dark chocolate without sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, roundness and vivacity, expression and elegance. Notes of toffee apple, slightly candied citrus fruit, and smooth lemon give way to an extremely long, mouth-watering, chiselled finish on delicate bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe intensity of the Pinot Noir from Krug’s Clos d’Ambonnay gives this champagne the structure and power to enticingly complement flavourful recipes or unexpected savoury combinations from world cuisine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKrug Clos d’Ambonnay 2008 may be enjoyed with gastronomic recipes such as a spiced lamb tajine, grilled octopus or mussels marinière style, as well as simple pleasures like sweet potato mash with a dash of grated nutmeg or shavings of aged parmesan. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BSW Liquor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47737159975142,"sku":"145032","price":4600.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0567\/3759\/5545\/files\/Untitleddesign.avif?v=1780509682","url":"https:\/\/www.bswliquor.com\/products\/krug-clos-du-ambonnay-2008","provider":"BSW Liquor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}