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Krug, Clos du Mesnil--Vintage 1979
2 bottles per lot
KRUG No other major champagne house exudes rarity and opulence more than Krug. Gaining almost cult-like status, Krug's legendary vintages age with grace and often surpass life expectations. The vinous nature of Krug champagne elevates its status beyond the world of sparkling wines. A mere 500,000 bottle production is dwarfed compared to over two million bottles made at other major houses, adding to Krug's mythical heights. The comparison is unfair, though, as Krug only produces prestige cuvíes and even its non-vintage Grande Cuvíe is termed "multi-vintage" and rivals many vintage champagnes. Achieving this high standard for all champagne produced is not an easy feat. Sourcing quality fruit grows increasingly difficult each year, but Krug prides itself on the strong relationships it holds with the region's best growers that they rely upon. A stunning 98 percent of all grapes are from grand cru vineyards and most blends are around 40 percent Pinot Noir. Several generations of winemaking craftsmanship are put to use in the creation of Krug today. Johann-Joseph Krug founded the house in 1843 and now, descendants Rémi and Henri are still in leading the way. The house style is created by fermenting each cru separately in 205 liter, neutral barrels and the reserve wine is stored in stainless steel tanks. Malolactic fermentation is discouraged, giving the young wine racy acidity that translates into the incredibly long life that the finished champagne can achieve. No wine is disgorged until it is at least six years old. In its youth, vintage Krug has enormous acidity that may require years of cellarage such as the '88 and the '82 vintages offered in this collection. 1976 represents one of the most full bodied vintages and its fullness The Clos du Mesnil is 100 percent Chardonnay from a 1.85 hectare walled in vineyard within the grand cru Le Mesnil and is only a recent addition with 1981 as the first vintage made. Krug, Clos du Mesnil--Vintage 1979 Reims "A perfect Blanc de Blancs and a "decent" first try by the Krug family. The nose lives more on finesse than richness. Juicy Cox's Orange apples, Cointreau and honey raise high expectations for the taste, and they are triumphantly met. There is a wonderfully exotic richness that reminds me of Taittinger Comtes de Champagne, but with an aftertaste even richer in honey glycerol sweetness. One of the true milestones of wine history." Tasted Jan 2004, Richard Juhlin, 4000 Champagnes 2 bottles per lot