A rarity among rarities, the 2009 Clos du Mesnil captures the "solar" brilliance of a single historic plot of Chardonnay in Le Mesnil-sur-Oger. This Blanc de Blancs offers a luminous profile of honey, candied citrus, and toasted almonds. The palate masterfully balances the vintage's generous richness with the razor-sharp limestone precision typical of this legendary walled vineyard.