6 bottles per lot
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Krug, Clos du Mesnil--Vintage 1990
Reims
In individual wooden presentation cases
"I have harbored enourmous expectations for this wine. The foremost vintage in recent years combined with--in my opinion--the world's foremost vineyard. I was initially disappointed when the wine exhibited a relatively coarse side, with oxidative notes of maturity akin to the Salon of the same vintage. After a while, clear and unexpected aromas of papaya and melon arose. This wave was followed by a spicy breeze, laden with juniper elements. The oxide note disappeared and the taste suddenly felt keenly acidic and slightly one-dimensional. After 15 minutes in the glass the wine finally found itself. Suddenly, it became incredibly subtle and multifaceted, just as it headed into its last and--in my opinion--best phase: the 'Selosse Phase!' Never before have I found a wine with a scent reminiscent of the 1986 Selosse that I had six years ago. The last sips were like rekindling an old love in a new body. The fascinating wine journey on which this Champagne will take you will be shortened the longer you wait before opening the bottle. On the other hand, those who are patient will drink a significantly better wine. One year after launching, the wine is much more stable and now totally in its 'Selosse Phase.'" Richard Juhlin, 4000 Champagnes, November 2003
6 bottles per lot
Reims
In individual wooden presentation cases
"I have harbored enourmous expectations for this wine. The foremost vintage in recent years combined with--in my opinion--the world's foremost vineyard. I was initially disappointed when the wine exhibited a relatively coarse side, with oxidative notes of maturity akin to the Salon of the same vintage. After a while, clear and unexpected aromas of papaya and melon arose. This wave was followed by a spicy breeze, laden with juniper elements. The oxide note disappeared and the taste suddenly felt keenly acidic and slightly one-dimensional. After 15 minutes in the glass the wine finally found itself. Suddenly, it became incredibly subtle and multifaceted, just as it headed into its last and--in my opinion--best phase: the 'Selosse Phase!' Never before have I found a wine with a scent reminiscent of the 1986 Selosse that I had six years ago. The last sips were like rekindling an old love in a new body. The fascinating wine journey on which this Champagne will take you will be shortened the longer you wait before opening the bottle. On the other hand, those who are patient will drink a significantly better wine. One year after launching, the wine is much more stable and now totally in its 'Selosse Phase.'" Richard Juhlin, 4000 Champagnes, November 2003
6 bottles per lot