Magnum Champagne Terre de Vertus 1er Cru Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs - Larmandier-Bernier
Champagne, Cote des Blancs, Extra Brut, Blanc de Blancs, Longitude, First Grow, Magnum, 2016 Vintage, Larmandier-Bernier
Tasting notes for the Champagne "Terre de Vertus" 1er Cru Extra Brut - Larmandier-Bernier (Magnum)
- EYE: This 1er cru champagne presents itself to our eyes in an elegant pale golden robe adorned with bright reflections. Its fine, incessant, and delicate bubbles gracefully rise in the flute, creating a lively and persistent effervescence.
- NOSE: From the glass emerges a refined bouquet with delicate floral aromas such as acacia and orange blossom. Subtle hints of candied lemon and white peach mingle, offering an elegant and fresh olfactory depth.
- MOUTH: Freshness dominates, with the characteristic liveliness of Blanc de Blancs wines. Flavors of green apple, lemon zest, and saline minerality unfold, creating a balanced taste palette. The texture, remarkably delicate, accompanies a persistent and slightly toasty finish.
In short: This Champagne "Terre de Vertus" 1er Cru Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs from the maison Larmandier-Bernie pleases the eye with its golden robe, floral and fruity nose, and fresh palate with nuances of white fruit. A radiant harmony, supported by delicate bubbles, characterizes this cuvée. The magnum format of this cuvée will allow it to age gracefully in yout cellar over a period of 5 to 10 years. This champagne will elevate a seafood platter, smoked salmon canapés, sushi and maki, or even a scallop carpaccio.
Other appellations from this estate: Latitude, Vieille Vigne du Levant, Rosé de Saignée, Les Chemins d'Avize, Terre de Vertus, Longitude, Cramant Nature, Vertus Rouge...
Data sheet
- Vintage
- 2016
- Format
- 150 cl
- Color
- White Wine
- Grape Variety
- Chardonnay
- % vol.
- 12,5 %
- Appellation
- Champagne
- Region
- Champagne, Côte des Blancs
- Producer
- Larmandier-Bernier
- Cuvée
- Terre de Vertus
- Type
- Blanc de Blancs Extra-Brut
Extra-Brut
- Classification
- 1er Cru
- CRD
- Yes
- Production method
- Reasoned
Organic Champagne from the Côte des Blancs
The Champagne estate of Larmandier-Bernier, with roots tracing back to 1765, is firmly established in Vertus. In the heart of the Côte des Blancs, a region renowned all over the world for its exceptional white champagnes, Philippe Larmandier and his wife Elisabeth Bernier founded their vineyard in 1971. The Larmandier-Bernier family fully embraced biodynamic viticulture in 1999, thanks to their son Pierre Larmandier (who has been working at the family estate since 1988). He committed to preserving the natural balance of the vineyard through environmentally friendly practices, sustainable agricultural methods, and harmony with natural cycles.
The vineyards of the Larmandier-Bernier estate span 18 hectares across prestigious village appellations like Vertus, Cramant, Avize, and Oger, where the Chardonnay grape predominantly thrives. The estate produces iconic cuvées such as "Latitude" Blanc de Blancs, "Longitude" Blanc de Blancs, and "Vieille Vigne du Levant," benefiting from old vines. The winemaking is characterized by traditional methods, often with fermentation in oak casks and a minimal approach to sulfur addition. The champagnes of the house are also very lightly dosed.
Recognized for both the exceptional quality of its champagnes and its sustainable viticultural practices, House Larmandier-Bernier holds a prominent place in the wine scene. In 2003, Pierre Larmandier was even named "Winemaker of the Year" by the Gault & Millau guide. The estate's wines are regularly acclaimed by critics and featured in some of the finest restaurants worldwide. Since 2017, the future of the family is secured with Arthur Larmandier joining his parents at the estate, followed by his brother Georges in 2021.
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