Krug Clos Du Mesnil Blanc de Blancs Brut 2006 1.5 kg

Name: Krug Clos Du Mesnil Blanc de Blancs Brut 2006
Brand: Krug
SKU: K598
Price: 1750.00 EUR
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€1.750⁰⁰

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Krug Clos du Mesnil 2006 is made exclusively from Chardonnay from a single small walled plot of just 1.84 hectares in the village of Le Mesnil-sur-Oger Grand Cru. The word “Clos” itself points to a historic vineyard that has been surrounded by walls since the 17th century. Clos du Mesnil is produced only in the best years and always from one variety, one vineyard and one harvest. For the house of Krug it is the purest possible expression of the terroir of Le Mesnil-sur-Oger - the greatest site in Champagne. It spent about 12 years ageing in the cellars before release, and this gave the Champagne complex creamy, bready and mineral shades while its outstanding freshness was preserved. An interesting fact: Clos du Mesnil long remained an internal secret of the house of Krug and was first released as a separate cuvée only at the end of the 1970s. Today it is one of the rarest and most sought-after Champagnes in the world.

Compatibility

It shows itself especially interestingly with dishes in which texture and minerality matter: scallop carpaccio, white fish ceviche, white truffle tart, cauliflower with nut butter or roasted artichoke.
Color

Bright golden colour with crystal clarity and the finest, persistent perlage.
Scent

A multi-layered nose unfolds with notes of citrus oil, green pear, apple and plum, complemented by shades of fresh pastry, warm bread, cream and apricot. With time, deeper stony and mineral nuances appear.
Taste

On the palate the Champagne is at once dense, concentrated and remarkably elegant. A creamy texture combines with the most vivid acidity, which gives the wine its energy. Notes of citrus, white fruit, fresh pastry and chalky minerality gradually move into a very long, linear and almost endless finish with salty, stony shades. Despite its depth and complexity, Clos du Mesnil 2006 keeps a rare sense of purity and transparency.

99/100

James Suckling

This is a fabulous edition of Clos du Mesnil. The pure chardonnay is magnificent with density and agility at the same time. Apple and mineral notes with cream and biscuit character. Citrus and hints of mirabelle. Chalky, yet stony at the same time. Layered, yet linear and really long. But remains subtle. The acidity is so precise and focuses the flavors and nature. Lasts for minutes. Even better than the 2004. Drink or hold.

97/100

Wine Spectator

A stunner, displaying all the lithe grace of a ballet dancer that belies the underlying powerful musculature. Sleek acidity creates a mouthwatering impression throughout, seamlessly knit with the fine, creamy texture. Expressive lime blossom and spice aromatics are layered with fruit flavors of poached apricot, dried cherry and a touch of passion fruit coulis. Long and minerally on the racy finish, echoing rich, savory notes of grilled nut and espresso. Disgorged summer 2019. Drink now through 2036. 1,381 cases made.

Region

Champagne
Country

France
Strength

12.5
Volume

75cl
Year

2006
Wine Grape

Chardonnay
Color

White
Serving temperature

10-12 °C