{"product_id":"krug-clos-du-mesnil-2002-gaveaeske","title":"Krug Clos Du Mesnil 2002 Gaveæske","description":"\u003cp\u003eKrug Clos du Mesnil 2002 is one of Champagne’s rarest and most celebrated single-vineyard expressions, crafted entirely from Chardonnay grown in a tiny 1.84-hectare parcel in Mesnil-sur-Oger. First created in 1979, it broke with Champagne tradition by focusing on one plot and one vintage, capturing the pure identity of this iconic terroir in a remarkably refined and historic style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it shows an intense golden hue that hints at its depth and maturity. The nose is expressive and layered, with aromas of toffee apple, caramel, ripe citrus, toasted nuts, and the warm, comforting scent of mature wheat.\n\nThe palate is expansive and generous from the first sip, unfolding with notes of brown sugar, candied ginger, and pecan before giving way to bright citrus fruit and a vivid surge of freshness. The finish is exceptionally long, elegant, and poised, suggesting excellent aging potential and the ability to continue evolving beautifully over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClos du Mesnil comes from a single walled vineyard in the heart of Mesnil-sur-Oger, one of Champagne’s most renowned Chardonnay villages, where the chalk-rich soils contribute precision, freshness, and mineral tension. The fruit is harvested from this exceptional parcel and vinified to preserve the individuality of the site and vintage, resulting in a Champagne that is both highly expressive and unmistakably Krug in its refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Champagne pairs beautifully with refined dishes such as lobster, turbot, scallops, poached chicken with cream sauces, truffle risotto, or aged Comté and Parmesan. Serve chilled at around 8–10°C; decanting is not usually necessary, though a little time in the glass will help the wine раскры its full aromatic complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChampagne Krug is one of the most prestigious houses in the region, founded in 1843 and known for its uncompromising pursuit of depth, complexity, and precision. The Clos du Mesnil project stands as one of its most significant achievements, proving that a single vineyard and a single vintage can produce a Champagne of extraordinary individuality and world-class stature.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Champagne Krug","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255052128593,"sku":"FW-4167","price":2676.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/krugclosdumesnilblancdeblancs2002gaveske-30.png?v=1783456225","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/krug-clos-du-mesnil-2002-gaveaeske","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}