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Krug Clos du Mesnil 2004

The purity of a single plot of Chardonnay in 2004
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Krug Clos du Mesnil 2004 exalts the crisp purity of Chardonnay from one of the finest terroirs in the region – a single walled plot of vines, Clos du Mesnil – from a single year, 2004.

The legendary vineyard has been protected by stone walls since 1698 and is hidden within the heart of one of the most celebrated villages for Chardonnay in the Champagne region, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger. Its privileged location and small size of 1.84 hectares (4.25 acres), make Krug Clos du Mesnil 2004 a rare gem.

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A talk with Julie Cavil

Krug Cellar Master

The year 2004 called for patience with a crisp winter and chill spring keeping temperatures in Champagne cool for an exceptionally long time. May brought a gentle warmth to the region and in late summer the grapes ripened perfectly in the radiant sunshine.
Combining outstanding purity and freshness with tension, vivacity and great balance, today Krug Clos du Mesnil 2004 reveals a precise signature and striking grace.
The House of Krug chooses to create Krug Clos du Mesnil only in years that provide the ideal conditions for the full potential of this enclosed plot of Chardonnay vines to be revealed.
Krug Clos du Mesnil 2004 reveals a precise signature and a striking grace, after resting in the cellar for over ten years.

Tasting notes

At first sight, vibrant and luminous with an intense golden colour redolent of ripe wheat.
On the nose, expressive aromas of toffee apple, caramel, ripe citrus fruits and lightly toasted nuts.
On the palate, it opens with astonishing generosity and breadth. Initial hints of brown sugar, candied ginger and pecan give way to notes of citrus fruits as it bursts into an explosion of freshness enhanced by a very long and elegant finish.

Tasting notes

At first sight, vibrant and luminous with an intense golden colour redolent of ripe wheat.
On the nose, expressive aromas of toffee apple, caramel, ripe citrus fruits and lightly toasted nuts.
On the palate, it opens with astonishing generosity and breadth. Initial hints of brown sugar, candied ginger and pecan give way to notes of citrus fruits as it bursts into an explosion of freshness enhanced by a very long and elegant finish.

KRUG X MUSIC

The House of Krug has long sensed that a link existed between sound and taste perception. Many appreciators of fine wine and Music, or anyone who has used the Krug App, understands the joy of savouring this extraordinary Champagne while listening to a piece of Music and how such an experience allows one to travel down direct pathways to the sensations.

The House collaborates with renowned artists, as well as with rising newcomers who compose original tracks following their tastings with the Cellar Master. Their Music Pairings or “Krug Echoes” are accessible to anyone on Krug.com or via the Krug app, making it possible to share their unforgettable experience with Krug Champagne at home.

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Krug grande cuvée

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MUSIC PAIRINGS

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Echo of Krug Clos du Mesnil 2004
Composed by Hugo & Vincent
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Echo of Krug Clos du Mesnil 2004
Composed by Ozark Henry
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Echo of Krug Clos du Mesnil 2004
Composed by Grand Soleil
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Ruby, My Dear
Composed by Thelonious Monk
Selected by Keziah Jones
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III. Presto
Performed by Giuliano Carmignola
Selected by Khatia Buniatishvili
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Adaptations for Barrel Organ: Hungarian Rock (Chaconne)
Performed by Pierre Charial
Selected by Cecilia Chailly
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II. Adagio assai
Performed by Leonard Bernstein
Selected by Jacky Terrasson
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I. Allegro molto appassionato
Performed by Eugene Ormandy
Selected by Jean Philippe Collard
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O Fortuna
Performed by Seji Ozawa
Selected by Marcela Roggeri
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Misere du Trovatore
Performed by Orazio Sciortino
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No. 1 Prelude in A Minor (After BWV 543)
Performed by Khatia Buniatishvili
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I. Allegro non molto
Performed by Giuliano Carmignola
Selected by Marcela Roggeri
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Food Pairing

Krug Clos du Mesnil 2004 pairs beautifully with fish or shellfish dishes such as fillet of flounder in a saffron sauce, zander with beurre blanc, seared scallops or tuna carpaccio. It may also be enjoyed with delicately flavoured meat dishes such as blanquette de veau.

Food Pairing

Krug Clos du Mesnil 2004 pairs beautifully with fish or shellfish dishes such as fillet of flounder in a saffron sauce, zander with beurre blanc, seared scallops or tuna carpaccio. It may also be enjoyed with delicately flavoured meat dishes such as blanquette de veau.

STORING AND SERVING

The Right Temperature

The House of Krug recommends that its Champagnes be served between 9°C and 12°C, as colder temperatures limit the expression of their flavours and aromas.

The House of Krug recommends that its Champagnes be served between 9°C and 12°C, as colder temperatures limit the expression of their flavours and aromas.

The Right Glass

In 2011 the House of Krug partnered with renowned crystal maker, Riedel, to design a glass that would most generously reveal the fullness of flavours and aromas of Krug Grande Cuvée.

In 2011 the House of Krug partnered with renowned crystal maker, Riedel, to design a glass that would most generously reveal the fullness of flavours and aromas of Krug Grande Cuvée.

The Influence of Time

Krug offers only prestige Champagnes, the most important characteristic of which is that they will gain beautifully with the passage of time.

Krug offers only prestige Champagnes, the most important characteristic of which is that they will gain beautifully with the passage of time.

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