1981 Krug Brut Blanc de Blancs Clos du Mesnil Grand Cru
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Sadly, the 1981 Clos du Mesnil was corked. As unfortunate as that was, better the 1981 than the 1979, 1988 or 1996!
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Wine Spectator
Richard Juhlin
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Lighter than other vintages of Clos du Mesnil, fully mature and perfect to enjoy now. This has an attractively toasty, doughy aroma, mellow fruit flavors with hints of white pepper, and the characteristic full, creamy texture of Krug.--Krug Clos du Mesnil vertical. Drink now through 2003. Feb 1999, www.winespectator.com
In 1981, 12,793 bottles were made of a discreet and developable Clos du Mesnil. Discreet nose, pale color, and delicate citrus taste. Wonderful at the Millennium Tasting. Height of elegance. Nowadays round, soft and integrated in the style of a big Batard-Montrachet. Nov 2015, www.champagneclub.com
About the producer

Krug is a remarkable Champagne House which only makes prestige cuvées. The wines – with their distinctive rich, complex, oxidative style – are some of the region’s best.