Champagne LARMANDIER-BERNIER
Longitude 1er cru - Blanc de blancs
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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 2025): 89/100 “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.”
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."
La Revue du Vin de France (December 2019): 15,5/20 “Very nice saline drive with a pulpy sensation”.
- 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”.
Cuvée 100% chardonnay.
Rated 15,5/20 by the Revue du Vin de France « Très bel élan salin avec une sensation pulpeuse » (Dec. 2019)
Rated 94/100 by Antonio Galloni (Vinous) « The NV Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Longitude 1er Cru sizzles with tension and energy. [...] It is the wine's pure drive and texture that stand out most. This is a fabulous showing. » (Nov. 2020)
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”.
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.”
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”.
Rated 94/100 by the Revue du Vin de France « Une haute maturité du fruit propulse une puissance remarquable du bouquet (fruits exotiques, brioche, beurre...) et une chair voluptueuse. Heureusement, il est porté par un beau dynamise revigorant. » (Dec. 2020)
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”.
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.”
More- 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”.
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