{"product_id":"2008-krug-clos-du-mesnil","title":"2008 Krug Clos du Mesnil","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRE-ORDER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaker Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--StartFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--StartFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKrug Clos du Mesnil 2008, crafted entirely from \u003cstrong\u003eChardonnay grown in the walled vineyard of Clos du Mesnil in Le Mesnil-sur-Oger\u003c\/strong\u003e, displays a \u003cstrong\u003ebrilliant pale gold color with fine, persistent bubbles\u003c\/strong\u003e. The nose is \u003cstrong\u003eintense and chiseled\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering aromas of \u003cstrong\u003elemon oil, candied citrus, green apple, and white flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e, layered with subtle notes of \u003cstrong\u003emint, chalk, and white pepper\u003c\/strong\u003e. On the palate, it is \u003cstrong\u003eprecise, vibrant, and mineral-driven\u003c\/strong\u003e, with soaring acidity that highlights flavors of \u003cstrong\u003ecitrus zest, slate, and chalky minerality\u003c\/strong\u003e, evolving into delicate hints of \u003cstrong\u003ebrioche and toasted nuts\u003c\/strong\u003e. The texture is both \u003cstrong\u003etense and refined\u003c\/strong\u003e, reflecting the cool, structured character of the 2008 vintage. The finish is \u003cstrong\u003elong, saline, and complex\u003c\/strong\u003e, confirming this release as one of the most captivating and age-worthy expressions of Krug’s Clos du Mesnil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Winery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKrug Champagne is one of the most prestigious Champagne houses in the world, known for its commitment to quality and tradition. \u003c\/span\u003eKrug was founded in 1843 by Joseph Krug, a visionary who believed in creating the best Champagne every year, regardless of climate variations\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHe established the house in Reims, the heart of the Champagne regio\u003cspan\u003en. \u003c\/span\u003eJoseph Krug’s philosophy was to focus on the individuality of each plot and its wine, creating a library of reserve wines from different years to ensure consistency and excellenc\u003cspan\u003ee. Krug is credited with pioneering the concept of non-vintage Champagne, blending wines from multiple years to achieve a consistent and complex flavor profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Krug Champagne","offers":[{"title":"1 btl \/ 750ml","offer_id":51886337491256,"sku":null,"price":2888.88,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0944\/5317\/0488\/files\/KrugClosduMesnil2008.jpg?v=1773391713","url":"https:\/\/1976winehours.com\/products\/2008-krug-clos-du-mesnil","provider":"1976 WINEHOURS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}