Champagne LARMANDIER-BERNIER
Vieille Vigne du Levant Grand cru - Blanc de blancs
- 2014
- Champagne
Pierre and Sophie Larmandier are among the precursors of biodynamic wines. On their 16 ha vineyard in the south of the Côte des Blancs, they produce champagnes of exemplary naturalness and frankness. Very low (or even no) dosage because they are made from perfectly ripe grapes, their vintages express with precision the aromatic intensity and the delicacy of the greatest chardonnays of Champagne. In short, Larmandier-Bernier obtains with its chardonnays what Égly-Ouriet achieves with its pinots noirs.
The elegance and consistency of Larmandier-Bernier champagnes is praised by Bettane & Desseauve: “Few wineries in any region can boast such consistency at this high level”.
The cuvée “Vieille Vigne du Levant Grand cru - Blanc de blancs 2014” in the press:
La Revue du Vin de France (Guide 2025): 92/100 “Vieille Vigne du Levant is full-bodied, but the aromatic register seems a little evolved to us, which is surprising. The nose reveals notes of diacetyl, brioche, date and dried fruit.”
- To keep or to drink :
- Ready to drink
- Apogée :
- 2023-2035
- Organic certification :
- 2003
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Pierre and Sophie Larmandier are among the precursors of biodynamic wines. On their 16 ha vineyard in the south of the Côte des Blancs, they produce champagnes of exemplary naturalness and frankness. Very low (or even no) dosage because they are made from perfectly ripe grapes, their vintages express with precision the aromatic intensity and the delicacy of the greatest chardonnays of Champagne. In short, Larmandier-Bernier obtains with its chardonnays what Égly-Ouriet achieves with its pinots noirs.
The elegance and consistency of Larmandier-Bernier champagnes is praised by Bettane & Desseauve: “Few wineries in any region can boast such consistency at this high level”.
Cuvée 100% chardonnay.
Lattitude Blanc de blancs” in the press:
La Revue du Vin de France (December 2019): 91/100 “Very nice saline élan with a pulpy sensation.”
Vinous (A. Galloni - March 2024): 91/100 “The NV Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Latitude 1er Cru is bright, punchy and full of character. Quite floral in this release, the Latitude is all energy. White flowers, pear, mint, white pepper and chalk all race across the palate. This release is a blend of 60% 2021 and 40% reserve wines from a perpetual blend that began in 2004. This is all class. Dosage is 3 grams per liter."
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2023-2028
- Potential alcohol:
- 12.5%
- Organic certification:
- 2003
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Pierre and Sophie Larmandier are among the precursors of biodynamic wines. On their 16 ha vineyard in the south of the Côte des Blancs, they produce champagnes of exemplary naturalness and frankness. Very low (or even no) dosage because they are made from perfectly ripe grapes, their vintages express with precision the aromatic intensity and the delicacy of the greatest chardonnays of Champagne. In short, Larmandier-Bernier obtains with its chardonnays what Égly-Ouriet achieves with its pinots noirs.
The elegance and consistency of Larmandier-Bernier champagnes is praised by Bettane & Desseauve: “Few wineries in any region can boast such consistency at this high level”.
Cuvée 100% chardonnay.
The cuvée “Longitude 1er cru - Blanc de blancs” in the press:
La Revue du Vin de France (Guide 2024): 91/100 “Longitude expresses itself with great exotic richness, its frankness is excessive.”
Vinous (A.Galloni - November 2020): 94/100 “The NV Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Longitude 1er Cru is full of tension and energy. [...] It's the purity of the wine's momentum and texture that stand out most. It's a fabulous wine."
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2023-2030
- Potential alcohol:
- 12.5%
- Organic certification:
- 2003
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Pierre and Sophie Larmandier are among the precursors of biodynamic wines. On their 16 ha vineyard in the south of the Côte des Blancs, they produce champagnes of exemplary naturalness and frankness. Very low (or even no) dosage because they are made from perfectly ripe grapes, their vintages express with precision the aromatic intensity and the delicacy of the greatest chardonnays of Champagne. In short, Larmandier-Bernier obtains with its chardonnays what Égly-Ouriet achieves with its pinots noirs.
The elegance and consistency of Larmandier-Bernier champagnes is praised by Bettane & Desseauve: “Few wineries in any region can boast such consistency at this high level”.
The cuvée “Terre de Vertus 1er cru Non Dosé - Blanc de blancs 2017” in the press:
La Revue du Vin de France (Guide 2025): 91/100 “Terre de Vertus 2017 shows itself to be more convincing, with that friendliness and creaminess that communicate a real ease of taste.”
Vinous (A. Galloni - March 2024): 93/100 “The 2017 Brut Nature Blanc de Blancs Terre de Vertus 1er Cru is creamy, open-knit and quite seductive. Readers will find a generous, sensual Champagne with plenty of early appeal. Vinification and aging in oak softens the contours. Dried pear, crushed flowers, mint and chamomile build beautifully over time. This is a fine effortin a very challenging year. No dosage."
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2023-2032
- Organic certification:
- 2003
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Pierre and Sophie Larmandier are among the precursors of biodynamic wines. On their 16 ha vineyard in the south of the Côte des Blancs, they produce champagnes of exemplary naturalness and frankness. Very low (or even no) dosage because they are made from perfectly ripe grapes, their vintages express with precision the aromatic intensity and the delicacy of the greatest chardonnays of Champagne. In short, Larmandier-Bernier obtains with its chardonnays what Égly-Ouriet achieves with its pinots noirs.
The elegance and consistency of Larmandier-Bernier champagnes is praised by Bettane & Desseauve: “Few wineries in any region can boast such consistency at this high level”.
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2023-2032
- Organic certification:
- 2003
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Pierre and Sophie Larmandier are among the precursors of biodynamic wines. On their 16 ha vineyard in the south of the Côte des Blancs, they produce champagnes of exemplary naturalness and frankness. Very low (or even no) dosage because they are made from perfectly ripe grapes, their vintages express with precision the aromatic intensity and the delicacy of the greatest chardonnays of Champagne. In short, Larmandier-Bernier obtains with its chardonnays what Égly-Ouriet achieves with its pinots noirs.
The elegance and consistency of Larmandier-Bernier champagnes is praised by Bettane & Desseauve: “Few wineries in any region can boast such consistency at this high level”.
The cuvée “Terre de Vertus 1er cru Non Dosé - Blanc de blancs 2015” in the press:
La Revue du Vin de France (December 2020): 94/100 “High maturity of fruit propels a remarkably powerful bouquet (exotic fruits, brioche, butter...) and voluptuous flesh. Fortunately, it is carried by a beautiful, invigorating dynamism.”
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2022-2029
- Organic certification:
- 2003
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Pierre and Sophie Larmandier are among the precursors of biodynamic wines. On their 16 ha vineyard in the south of the Côte des Blancs, they produce champagnes of exemplary naturalness and frankness. Very low (or even no) dosage because they are made from perfectly ripe grapes, their vintages express with precision the aromatic intensity and the delicacy of the greatest chardonnays of Champagne. In short, Larmandier-Bernier obtains with its chardonnays what Égly-Ouriet achieves with its pinots noirs.
The elegance and consistency of Larmandier-Bernier champagnes is praised by Bettane & Desseauve: “Few wineries in any region can boast such consistency at this high level”.
Created in 2009, the cuvée Les Chemins d'Avize, 100% chardonnay, comes from a parcel selection of their terroirs grand cru of Avize.
Les Chemins d'Avize Grand cru - Blanc de blancs 2016” in the press:
La Revue du Vin de France (Guide 2025): 94/100 Coup de ♥ “Les Chemins d'Avize shows the depth of this terroir, the wine retains the tension and length we have a right to expect.”
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 1 to 2 years
- Apogée:
- 2023-2035
- Organic certification:
- 2003