The NV Krug Grande Cuvée 164th Edition is a remarkable Champagne blend from the renowned producer Krug in the Champagne region of France. This edition is based on the 2008 vintage, blended with reserve wines dating back to 1990. The wine is composed of 48% Pinot Noir, 35% Chardonnay, and 17% Pinot Meunier, and has an alcohol content of 12%.

James Suckling awarded this wine a near-perfect score of 98, highlighting its richness and intensity, noting flavors of "pie crust, bread dough, and toast with lots of dried fruits." He described it as "full and layered," suggesting it is more suited for the table at this stage.

Vinous' Antonio Galloni gave it a 97, calling it a "stellar Champagne" that is "painfully tight" and advising patience for it to reach its peak potential. He appreciated its aromatic brightness, with notes of "crushed rocks, slate, mint, sage, and white pepper."

The Wine Independent's Sarah Mayo also rated it 97, praising its "opulent aromas of orange marmalade, dried apricots, apple tart, coffee, and butter croissant." She noted its medium to full-bodied palate as "bright and vivacious," with a long finish featuring lemon zest.

Both Wine Spectator and Robert Parker's Wine Advocate rated it 96. Wine Spectator described it as a "seamless Champagne" with "vibrant acidity and flavors of toasted almond, baked currant, and golden raisin." Robert Parker's Wine Advocate appreciated its complex aromas and "fleshy core of fruit," describing it as "intense" and "sapid."

Jeb Dunnuck also awarded it a 96, highlighting its "harmonious and supple" nature with notes of "preserved Meyer lemon, white peach, almond croissant, and incense," emphasizing its "gorgeous pillowy mousse."

Overall, the NV Krug Grande Cuvée 164th Edition is lauded for its complexity, aromatic depth, and potential for further evolution.