Hello you sexy vino erudites,
Looking for some sub $120 grower champagnes that could hang with some entry level DP or Krug gc (understanding that that’s not a lot to go off of).
Some I was thinking were (without particular notion of what grape / dosage / time on the lees):
Pierre Peters lesprit
Egly Ouriet 1er
Jacquesson extra brut
But I don’t know anything, so would appreciate your thoughts and recommendations.
There is a huge thread on champagne where the bubbleheads here hang out, with lots of notes and well-informed discussion.
I am far from expert in this area - I drink a lot of fizz, but at a somewhat lower price point (~US$30-$70) so I can’t offer much. But I would say that Jacquesson (I assume you mean the 7xx numbered series) are a mile away from Krug or Dom!
The Pierre Peters won’t be anything like Krug.
Egly Les Premices will show off a rounder and richer style as will a Jacquesson 700 series.
I will say that Pouillon Solera does get called “baby Krug” a fair bit and I’ve made that comparison in the past myself. But that also kinda does it a disservice as it’s a beautiful wine on its own.
It’ll also come down to what is available near you. If you’re in a state where you have loads of options, that will help tremendously.
this thread will have some overlap with your interests
See if you can find some La rogerie in your price range.
A good friend always refers to vilmart as poor man’s krug fwiw.
Eric Rodez worked at Krug for years and his wines are 
. Entry-level BdB and Brut for like $65. His “Grand Cuvee”-like bottling is $100.
I don’t know if there’s a great answer to this. The distinguishing characteristic of Krug GC is the mature wines in the blend. You’re not gonna get that from a grower off the shelf without putting in some cellar time, even if it’s very high quality.
Hoping to secure a few bottles of the Bourg sud. Do you recommend any particular bottling?
They are all good. Champ bouton is great too.
Paul Bara Comtesse Marie de France