France • Champagne • Clos du Mesnil • Chardonnay • Krug • 1979 • 75 cl • Original box (missing lid)

Clos du Mesnil 1979 – Krug with original box (lid missing)

A rare and sought-after vintage, Clos du Mesnil 1979 precisely expresses the identity of a great Côte des Blancs terroir. Now fully mature, it reveals a complex and nuanced expression of Chardonnay, shaped by noble evolution and remarkable depth.

Terroir & Philosophy

Sourced from the legendary Clos du Mesnil, a walled vineyard of 1.84 hectares in the heart of Mesnil-sur-Oger, this champagne is made exclusively from Chardonnay. This exceptional site in the Côte des Blancs is renowned for its purity, tension, and distinctive mineral character.

With this single-vineyard cuvée, Krug expresses the unique identity of a place and a vintage. The 1979 vintage, a year of excellent ripeness in Champagne, has produced a wine of depth and structure, now fully evolved.

Presented with its original box (missing lid), this bottle retains strong appeal for collectors and connoisseurs of rare mature Champagne.

Tasting Notes

Nose:
Complex and evolved, revealing aromas of dried fruits, honey, hazelnut, and candied citrus peel, alongside notes of brioche, truffle, and refined oxidative nuances.

Palate:
Broad and deep, with a creamy texture and fully integrated structure. The balance between richness and freshness remains perceptible, offering a harmonious expression of a mature wine.

Finish:
Long and persistent, marked by dried fruits, pastry notes, and chalky minerality. An elegant finish that reflects both terroir and time.