Krug: Champagne Clos du Mesnil Blanc de Blancs Brut 2006

Krug: Champagne Clos du Mesnil Blanc de Blancs Brut 2006

Begrænset

Trækasse

Til vinbonden

98–100
100
2
Chardonnay 100%
5
hvid, tør
Modnet
Fermentering på flaske
Perling
12,5% Vol.
Modenhed til at drikke: 2022–2046
Pakket ind i: 1 OHK
3
Lobenberg: 98–100/100
Suckling: 99/100
Parker: 97/100
Decanter: 97/20
Galloni: 97/100
Wine Spectator: 97/100
6
Frankrig, Champagne, Montagne de Reims
7
Allergener: Sulfitter
lobenberg

Heiner Lobenberg om:
Champagne Clos du Mesnil Blanc de Blancs Brut 2006

98–100
/100

Den super sjældne single-vineyard Blanc de Blancs fra Krug fra en af de bedste vinmarker i Le-Mesnil-sur-Oger. Over 12 års lagring på bundfaldet forfiner denne superchampagne, før den frigives i meget små mængder. Et ikon for Champagne. Duften er intens og alligevel så forførende delikat og elegant. Flint og kridt tilføjer en meget mineralsk komponent til de fineste brioche-toner, man kan forestille sig, efterfulgt af grønne æbler, kvæde, røgelse, lys karamel og confiterede citrusfrugter. Cremet, silkeagtig og med en lang, lang eftersmag, men meget friskere, slankere og mere fokuseret end den ekspansive næse antyder. Ekstremt kompleks, gribende, kridtagtig og alligevel med en lækker blødhed. En stor champagne, der er i en liga for sig selv. Desværre er den så utrolig sjælden og dyr, at kun få kendere nogensinde får mulighed for at nyde den. 98-100/100

99
/100

Suckling om: Champagne Clos du Mesnil Blanc de Blancs Brut

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

Parker om: Champagne Clos du Mesnil Blanc de Blancs Brut

Slated for release later this year, Krug's 2006 Blanc de Blancs Clos du Mesnil unwinds in the glass with aromas of buttered citrus fruit, crisp green pear, warm pastry, freshly baked bread, apricot and licorice. Full-bodied, layered and concentrated, the 2006's comparatively extroverted and gourmand bouquet is in contrast to its deep, chiseled and tightly wound palate, and it's here that the site really dominates the vintage signature. Long, sapid and penetrating, complemented by a pillowy pinpoint mousse, this is a brilliant Blanc de Blancs that has been well worth the wait. By the standards of young Clos du Mesnil, it's already quite approachable and can already be drunk with considerable satisfaction. 97/100

97
/20

Decanter om: Champagne Clos du Mesnil Blanc de Blancs Brut

This delicious, youthful wine opens with notes of ripe apple, hawthorn, and cream suffused with a bright minerality. The texture is hedonistically creamy and supple, yet there is backbone here as well and enough substance to last for decades. The Chardonnay for this superlative Blanc de Blancs was picked on 14-16 September before cask fermentation and ageing 12 years on the lees of the second fermentation. Disgorged with an extra-brut dosage in the summer of 2019. 97/100

97
/100

Galloni om: Champagne Clos du Mesnil Blanc de Blancs Brut

The 2006 Clos du Mesnil was harvested over three days, which is remarkable for a tiny parcel measuring 1.84 hectares divided into five blocks that are often picked over a wider timeframe. Soaring in the glass, the 2006 is stratospheric in its beauty. The richness of the year contrasts so beautifully with the flintiness and energy of Mesnil. With time in the glass the mousse softens, releasing layers of vinous intensity. Tangerine oil, pastry, lemon confit and marzipan all build effortlessly. The 2006 is sumptuous, racy and exotic to the core, with all of that richness supported by a phenolic, intense frame.

97
/100

Wine Spectator om: Champagne Clos du Mesnil Blanc de Blancs Brut

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.

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Champagne Clos du Mesnil Blanc de Blancs Brut 2006