Vieille Vigne du Levant Grand Cru Extra-Brut Champagne Larmandier-Bernier

This exceptional sparkling wine from the renowned Larmandier-Bernier estate reveals the pure expression of Chardonnay from old vines. Crafted with minimal intervention, it offers delicate bubbles and aromas of citrus, white flowers, and toasted brioche. On the palate, it’s vibrant yet refined, with a mineral finish that lingers beautifully. Each sip reflects the house’s dedication to authenticity and terroir. Perfect for special moments or to elevate a meal, it shines when served at around 10°C. A true gem for those who appreciate elegance, depth, and the art of Champagne craftsmanship.
136.85 € incl tax

-5% for 6 identical bottles

3 in stock

Wine name: Vieille Vigne du Levant Grand Cru Extra-Brut 2014

Vintage: 2014

Producer: Champagne Larmandier-Bernier

Grape varieties: 100% Chardonnay (Blanc de Blancs), from a single old-vine parcel planted in the 1950s on the eastern slope of Cramant

Region: Champagne, France (Côte des Blancs)

Appellation: Champagne Grand Cru (Cramant)

Type of vinification: Single-parcel, single-vintage Champagne; whole-bunch pressing in a traditional press, natural settling, spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts in old oak casks and foudres, full malolactic fermentation allowed, ageing on fine lees with occasional stirring for around 12 months, no fining, light filtration, second fermentation in bottle, ageing on laths in the cellar for roughly 5 to 6 years, disgorged with extra-brut dosage of about 2 to 3 g/l

Maceration: None; direct gentle pressing of whole bunches with no skin contact

Colour: Bright golden yellow with amber glints, fine and persistent bead

Bouquet: Ripe citrus, candied lemon and quince, white peach, hazelnut, brioche, honey, chalk and a subtle smoky note

Palate: Full and vinous attack, silky mousse, deep chalky texture, saline mineral core, notes of stone fruit, toasted almond and citrus zest, long tensile finish driven by the extra-brut dosage

Alcohol content: 12.5% vol.

Soils: Deep Campanian chalk beneath a thin layer of clay-limestone topsoil on the east-facing slope of Cramant

Farming: Certified organic and biodynamic (Demeter and Biodyvin), ploughed soils, no herbicides, low yields, horse ploughing on the oldest parcels

Ageing potential: 10 to 20 years from the vintage, ideally drunk between 2024 and 2038

Food pairing: Turbot or sea bass in a butter sauce, langoustines, scallops, poultry with morels, veal, mature Comté or aged Gruyère

Serving temperature: 10 to 12 °C, ideally in a white wine glass