The year 2006 was considered a hot one in Champagne, with extreme highs and 23 days recorded over 30°C. It was a capricious climate that went from dry periods to intense rainfall - in August, the equivalent of 2 months of rain fell in only 2 weeks.

Fortunately, the sun returned to complete the ripening period, shining on a beautiful harvest. The grapes showed balance similar to that of 2002 and 1989, which were also beautiful and generous years. The 2006 harvest at Clos du Mesnil took place between 14 and 16 September, affording 14,973 bottles and 800 magnums (to be presented at a later date).

Time in cellar:

This individually numbered magnum spent at least 14 years years in Krug’s cellars further developing its precise signature and striking grace. After regular tasting and appraisal, it received its cork as Krug Clos du Mesnil 2006 in Autumn 2019.