In the glass
Aroma: grapefruit, lemon pith, chalk, spice
Palate: minerals, fine tension, white-pepper backdrop, dry persistent finish
A biodynamic Cote des Blancs Blanc de Blancs: grapefruit and lemon pith over chalk and spice, with fine mineral tension, a soft white-pepper backdrop and a dry, persistent finish.
What it pairs with
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Oysters
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Mineral tension and chalk meet the brine of oysters. -
Sole meuniere
Lemon-pith drive frames delicate white fish. -
Goat cheese
Chalk and spice balance fresh cheese.
How to serve Larmandier-Bernier Longitude Blanc de Blancs
Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
- Serve at 6-8°C. Cellar temperature (6-8°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a tulip flute. The bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Oysters, Sole meuniere, Goat cheese. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
Longitude is Larmandier-Bernier's non-vintage Premier and Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs from Vertus and the Cote des Blancs, farmed biodynamically and Demeter-certified.
- 2004 — Longitude established as the estate's Premier and Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs
Facts
- Producer
- Champagne Larmandier-Bernier
- Grapes
- Chardonnay (100%)
- Classification
- AOC Champagne
- Oak
- Part oak; biodynamic Premier Cru Vertus and Grand Cru Cote des Blancs
- ABV
- 12.0%
- Price
- EUR 55 to 80 at retail
- Drinking window
- now to 10 from release
- First vintage
- 2004
Scores
- Decanter 92
Frequently asked about Larmandier-Bernier Longitude Blanc de Blancs
What does Larmandier-Bernier Longitude Blanc de Blancs taste like?
On the nose, grapefruit, lemon pith, chalk, spice. On the palate, minerals, fine tension, white-pepper backdrop, dry persistent finish. Structurally medium-bodied, racy acidity with a long finish. A biodynamic Cote des Blancs Blanc de Blancs: grapefruit and lemon pith over chalk and spice, with fine mineral tension, a soft white-pepper backdrop and a dry, persistent finish.
When should I drink Larmandier-Bernier Longitude Blanc de Blancs?
Drink now to 10 from release. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Larmandier-Bernier Longitude Blanc de Blancs?
Oysters is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Sole meuniere and Goat cheese. Mineral tension and chalk meet the brine of oysters.
What grapes are in Larmandier-Bernier Longitude Blanc de Blancs?
The blend is Chardonnay (100%). The wine is classified as AOC Champagne.