Conrad Green

9.4

Beautiful stuff. Light and bright with great definition and light citrus notes. Limestone and acacia. Dazzling acidity — 6 days ago

Alvaro Bustillos

9.4

Gpo 2 aguas Cuu con ludo — a day ago

Bob McDonald

9.5

Using Delectable library photo of Krug vintage. The one I tasted was 2006. A blend of 48% Pinot Noir, 35% Chardonnay and 17% Pinot Meunière. Quite a high % of Chardonnay for Krug in this warmer year. So balanced and thorough. The aperitif we had at a Burgundy dinner in Sydney on August 7. Only catching up with notes now. — a month ago

romo

9.4

Celebrating a friend’s house sale. A generous friend with good taste. 👃 — 15 hours ago

John Van Trijp

9.9

Magnum Jahren 70/80 — 14 days ago

Vinny Eng

9.5

Feeling indulgent - exquisite texture. — 16 days ago

GaryWEdwards

9.5

Every darn day! Krug never disappoints, rosé or blanc — 13 days ago

Alvaro Bustillos

9.5

Gpo 2 aguas Cuu con ludo — a day ago

Roman Boudou

9.8

169, 1397 resto — 6 days ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.1

Charles Krug – Cabernet Sauvignon 2017
Napa Valley, California – USA 🇺🇸

Overview
The 2017 vintage of their Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is crafted primarily from estate fruit across valley-floor vineyards, showing an approachable and structured style. This wine is a classic Cabernet Sauvignon with small supporting portions of Merlot, Petit Verdot, and Cabernet Franc to round it out.

Aromas & Flavors
Black cherry, plum, and blackberry are joined by subtle layers of cedar, tobacco, and baking spice. Hints of mocha and graphite emerge as the wine opens, bringing complexity without overshadowing the ripe fruit core.

Mouthfeel
Medium to full-bodied, with polished tannins and a backbone of balanced acidity. The mid-palate is rich and velvety, while the finish lingers with dark fruit, oak spice, and a whisper of minerality.

Winemaking Notes
Aged 18 months in French oak (about 35% new), this wine is a balance of tradition and modern winemaking. Charles Krug continues to champion elegance over excess, and the 2017 vintage shows restraint despite Napa’s warm growing conditions.

Food Pairing
Pairs beautifully with grilled ribeye, beef short ribs, or roasted portobello mushrooms. Aged gouda or firm sheep’s milk cheeses also complement its depth and structure.

Verdict
A polished, reliable Napa Cabernet that honors Charles Krug’s heritage while delivering a style accessible to today’s wine drinkers. The 2017 is drinking beautifully now, with enough structure to cellar for a few more years. — 25 days ago