2004 Krug Vintage Champagne

18.5/20 Points, Jancis Robinson MW
Tasted blind. Greenish hint. Intellectual, intriguing nose that’s more evolved than its pair (the 2002). Really classy stuff on the nose. Hint of mushrooms. Great energy, lift and zest. Tight and fresh. A little richness. Very delicate mousse. Dry finish. Krug?

97 Points, Antonio Galloni – Vinous
Krug's 2004 Vintage is absolutely mesmerizing. Layers of bright, chiseled fruit open up effortlessly as the wine fleshes out with time in the glass. Persistent and beautifully focused, with a translucent sense of energy, the 2004 captures all the best qualities of the year. Moreover, the 2004 is clearly superior to the consistently underwhelming 2002 and the best Krug Vintage since 1996. Readers who can find it should not hesitate, as it is a magical bottle.

97 Points, Stephan Reinhardt – Wine Advocate
Combining subtleness with complexity, the coolish Krug 2004 Brut opens with a highly elegant, fascinatingly clear, bright and refreshing bouquet of ripe (apple) fruits. Dense and round, with a delicate mineral soul, the pure but perfectly balanced 2004 reveals great finesse and weightless elegance with a long and round finish. This is a gorgeous Krug vintage that is 14 years old but still on the rise. Drink 2018–2050.

97 Points, Huon Hooke – The Real Review
A great Champagne as expected from Krug, perhaps a touch finer and more restrained than some vintages. Superb harmony and freshness, ample body but not showing overt oak influence – all components are in wonderful harmony. Biscuit, nougat, toast, vanilla and white peach are just some of the aromas. A Champagne of great charm and poise. Drink: 2018–2028.