Clos du Mesnil 2006

The Clos du Mesnil is among Krug's most sought-after champagnes. It combines three restrictions that make it so special: a single grape variety, Chardonnay; a single plot, the walled clos in the heart of Mesnil-sur-Oger; and a single year, here 2006. Mesnil-sur-Oger is famous for its Chardonnays. After twelve years in the cellar, the 2006 shows precision and grace.

The nose is strongly floral and marked by yellow fruit, gaining complexity with air. On the palate it feels fresh, pure and lively, and balanced too, with a fleshy texture. Serve it at 10 to 12°C in a large white wine glass, not in a narrow flute. It goes with seafood, fish or a meat dish with restrained flavours. The champagne is very rare and comes in a fine wooden case.