Krug Clos de Mesnil Blanc de Blancs Champagne 2006

Krug Clos de Mesnil Blanc de Blancs Champagne 2006 Winery Notes: "Krug Clos du Mesnil, a very rare Champagne, showcases the unique character of a single plot of Chardonnay, harvested in a single year. This 1.84-hectare (4.5-acre) vineyard, overlooked by the village church, has been protected by walls since 1698. The vineyard is located in the heart of Mesnil-sur-Oger, one of the most iconic villages for Chardonnay in the Champagne region. At first sight, vibrant luminosity and an intense golden colour redolent of ripe wheat. On the nose, delicate aromas of citrus, barley sugar and dried fruits with balance and freshness. On the palate,  it is generous and round with beautiful  intensity.  Initial  hints  of  madeleine cake and brioche give way to notes of pastry, tarte tatin, lemon meringue, bitter orange and a little spice. The finish   is  long,  with  great   tension  and  notes  of candied ginger." 99 points James Suckling"This is a fabulous edition of Krug Clos du Mesnil. The pure