Larmandier-Bernier - Tradition 1er Cru Extra-brut
Ratings: Gault Millau 16.5/20, RVF 15/20, Bettane & Desseauve 15/20, Jancis Robinson 17/20
“More mature and generous than last year’s vintage, the Tradition Premier Cru Extra Brut is an explosion of sweet citrus notes, with very subtle, savory hints of bitterness. ” (Le Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France 2012 - RVF). A Champagne as harmonious as can be!
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Eye
Beautiful golden dress
Nose
Very pure, with a very pleasant fruitiness and ideal acidity balance
Palate
a delicate sparkling wine that offers the freshness of its dominant grape variety, Chardonnay, along with the balance and length of the greats
Serve
at 8-10°C
Open
and serve!
Drink from
2012
Drink before
2014
Food and wine pairings
A savourer à l'apéritif, sur du foie gras, des viandes blanches... <br/>
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2026 guide): 4* Stars (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)
About the estate:
Pierre and Sophie Larmandier, along with their son Arthur, have been cultivating 16 hectares using biodynamic methods for over twenty years. Few wineries, across all regions, can boast such consistency at this high level. The range is remarkably well-crafted and offered at reasonable prices. Among the estate’s legendary vintages, the “Vieille Vigne du Levant” is unquestionably a benchmark of the Côte des Blancs. The style features creamy textures where balance is a central focus. In this understated elegance, one often finds the very best the Côte des Blancs has to offer. A highly sought-after destination.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2026 guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to the consistency and excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)
About the estate:
Although his family hails from Cramant, Pierre Larmandier has settled in Vertus and produces wine from plots spread across the grands crus of the Côte des Blancs, in Cramant (the sumptuous Vieille Vigne du Levant cuvée), Chouilly, Oger, and Avize. The result is a magnificent Les Chemins d'Avize, produced since 2009. Stainless steel and barrels have given way to oak casks, in which vinification takes place without the addition of yeast. The range showcases the dedicated work in the vineyard (certified biodynamic).
Customer rating
4/5
based on 7 reviews
Review by Mr. REMI M. Published on May 28, 2013
Very good champagne.
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Review by Mr. DIDIER V. Published on 10/19/2019
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Review by Mr. GUY M. Posted on January 29, 2017
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Review by Ms. GHISLAINE P. Published on January 18, 2015
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Review by Mr. CHRISTIAN M. Posted on May 22, 2013
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Review by Mr. JEAN PHILIPPE A. Published on October 17, 2012
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Review by Mr. EMMANUEL V. Published on September 22, 2012
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