Champagne LARMANDIER-BERNIER
Latitude 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”. Estate rated two stars in the Revue du Vin de France's annual guide.
A 100% Chardonnay cuvée from a rich terroir south of Vertus, Latitude is a round champagne for pleasure.
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 - November 2025): 94/100 “The NV (2022) Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Latitude 1er Cru is stellar in this range. Broad and ample, the Latitude is so impressive. Lemon confit, marzipan, tangerine peel, mint and chalk are dialed up. More than anything else, I am so impressed with the wine's sheer palate presence. There's gorgeous density and character here. This release is based on 2022, with the addition of 40% reserve wines. Dosage is 2 grams per liter.”
- To keep or to drink :
- Ready to drink
- Apogée :
- 2023-2028
- Organic certification :
- 2003
- Potential alcohol :
- 12.5%
- Grape varieties :
- 100% chardonnay
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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”.
Estate rated two stars in the Revue du Vin de France's annual guide.
Cuvée 100% chardonnay.
The cuvée “Longitude 1er cru - Blanc de blancs” in the press:
La Revue du Vin de France (Guide 2026): 90/100 “Longitude perfectly embodies the archetype of a blanc de blancs designed for aperitifs: a wine for pleasure, refreshing, sincere and full of energy.”
Vinous (A. Galloni - November 2025): 93/100 “The NV (2021) Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Longitude 1er Cru shows the lighter, airier side of the year. Crushed rocks, lemon peel, white pepper, slate and chalk all confer brightness. This sculpted, saline Blanc de Blancs is impeccable. The Longitude is a blend of parcels in Vertus, Cramant, Avize and Oger.”
Bettane + Desseauve (Guide 2026) : 94/100
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2023-2030
- Organic certification:
- 2003
- Potential alcohol:
- 12.5%
- Grape varieties:
- 100% Chardonnay
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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”.
Estate rated two stars in the Revue du Vin de France's annual guide.
The cuvée “Terre de Vertus 1er cru Non Dosé - Blanc de blancs 2017” in the press:
La Revue du Vin de France (Guide 2026): 92/100 “Terre de Vertus 2017 confirms its natural ease and already seductive structure.”
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."
Bettane + Desseauve (Guide 2026) : 92/100
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”.
Estate rated two stars in the Revue du Vin de France's annual guide.
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.”
Vinous (Antonio Galloni - March 2024): 94/100 "The 2018 Extra-Brut Blanc de Noirs is an understated wine, as so many Champagned are in 2018. This is an especially brisk, floral style of Blanc de Noirs, the result of a choice of villages (Avenay-Val-d'Or, Mareuil, Mailly, Vertus? Ecueil), The decision to partially block the malolactic fermentation and dosage that is on the low side. Grapefruit, white flowers, mint, chalk and dried herbs are finely cut."
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.
Estate rated two stars in the Revue du Vin de France's annual guide.
Les Chemins d'Avize Grand cru - Blanc de blancs 2016” in the press:
La Revue du Vin de France (Guide 2026): 95/100 Coup de ♥ “Les Chemins d'Avize stands out as a great wine. We have the privilege of tasting it for the second year running, and the wine continues to gain depth and finesse.”
Vinous (A. Galloni - March 2024): 94/100 “The 2016 Extra Brut Les Chemins d'Avize Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru is a very pretty, exotic Champagne. White flowers, mint, chalk, white pepper and crushed rocks are finely sculpted. Low dosage of 2 grams per liter adds notable tension and verve throughout This savory, super-excessive Champagne will be a fine companion at the dinner table."Bettane + Desseauve (Guide 2026) : 94/100
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2023-2035
- Organic certification:
- 2003