Among the Maison's most exclusive and emblematic cuvées, the Krug Clos du Mesnil 2006 Coffret embodies the luminous aesthetic of Blanc de Blancs. From a single walled parcel of 1,84 hectare in the heart of Mesnil-sur-Oger, planted in 1971, it reveals with striking purity the chalky identity of the Côte des Blancs. The warm yet controlled 2006 vintage produced a wine with precise contours, driven by a salivating tension and a carefully contained breadth. A long ageing on lees combines tactile elegance, aromatic complexity and mineral straightness, offering an experience that transcends tasting and presents itself as an exceptional gesture. Presented in its gift box, this cuvée is aimed at aesthetes seeking rare emotion, at haute cuisine tables, and at those who consider each bottle a work to share.

Blend and winemaking

This champagne is a Blanc de Blancs made exclusively from Chardonnay of the 2006 harvest, originating from a single walled parcel, the Clos du Mesnil, in Mesnil-sur-Oger. True to the House's signature, the winemaking emphasizes the precision of the fruit and the verticality of the terroir. Prolonged ageing on lees refines the texture, polishes the effervescence and complexifies the bouquet, offering a creamy mouthfeel without heaviness, a perfectly drawn structure and a remarkable lingering on the chalk. This patient approach magnifies the Chardonnay's straightness, giving it a gustatory clarity and a depth that blossoms with aeration.

Tasting notes

• Appearance : Luminous gold with straw highlights, crossed by a fine, regular effervescence that signals perfectly controlled ripeness.
• Nose : A complex palette of candied citrus and barley sugar, pear and white peach, dried fruit and hazelnut, golden brioche, white flowers and honey. With aeration, the depth gains relief, combining floral delicacy and pastry-like gourmandise.
• Palate : A pure, lively attack, a creamy yet taut mid-palate supported by chalky minerality. Reminiscences of madeleine, tarte tatin and lemon meringue, a touch of bitter orange, fine spices and candied ginger. The very persistent finish marries freshness and intensity with rare drive.

Serving temperature and tips

Serve between 9 et 12°C in tulip glasses that favour aromatic development and the delicacy of the bead. A few minutes of aeration before serving reveal the fruit's precision and the terroir's breadth. Store bottles on their side, protected from vibration and light, in a cool, humid cellar. Thanks to its structure and extended ageing, this cuvée has a cellaring potential of around 15 years, evolving towards more honeyed, toasted and subtly spiced notes without losing its mineral thread.

Food pairings

• Aperitifs : caviar, fine oysters, seared langoustine, to highlight the saline straightness and the precision of the bubbles.
• Starters : scallop carpaccio with citrus, white fish tartare, gently roasted lobster, which interact with the wine's lemony freshness.
• Main courses : sole meunière, turbot with brown butter, juicy free-range poultry, pairings where the wine's creamy texture elevates the flesh.
• Cheeses : aged Comté, mature Parmesan, brie with a melting heart, favouring clean textures and frank flavours.
• Desserts : citrus entremets, thin lemon tart, lightly sweet fruit desserts that continue the sense of freshness.

Occasions to enjoy

The Krug Clos du Mesnil 2006 Coffret is suited to moments that demand a distinctive signature, when emotion must match the gesture. Its slender purity, chiselled texture and majestic length make it a preferred companion for memorable occasions.

• To celebrate a rare event where attention to detail is expressed with elegance.
• At a gastronomic dinner focused on exceptional products and marine pairings.
• As a collectible gift, presented in its gift box, intended for connoisseurs.

Details

• Name : Krug Clos du Mesnil 2006 Coffret
• Appellation : Champagne AOC
• Type : Blanc de Blancs
• Vintage : 2006
• Grape : Chardonnay (100%)
• Parcel : Clos du Mesnil, 1,84 ha, planted in 1971, Mesnil-sur-Oger
• Ageing : vieillissement prolongé sur lies
• Dosage : Brut
• Volume : 75 cl
• Cellaring : up to 15 years