Very brief notes and background details on some Larmandier wines recently tasted............all absolute crackers that can be strongly recommended and I was left wondering why people even bother with Moet and its ilk.
Brut Blanc Traditional Premier Cru NV $70 (Recommended)
A blend of 2000, 2001 and 1999. 85% chardonnay and 15% pinot noir.
"Sharp, acidic, but strangely fruity and floral. Flinty, minerally palate. Like a table wine with bubbles."
Grand Cru Crament 2003 $86 (Recommended)
100% chardonnay from old vines.
"Tangy citrus fruits and definite hints of Belgian Wit beer (citrus, spices). Broad palate with chalk and minerals."
Brut Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru NV $70 (Recommended)
100% chardonnay from Vertus (premier cru) and Cramant, Avize and Oger (all grand cru).
"Sharp, dry, smokey. Very well balanced with a biscuit-like finish."
Rose de Saignee Brut Premier Cru $80 (Recommended)
100% pinot noir.
"Dusty, dirty fruits. Lots of obvious pinot on the nose and palate. Dry, old world style, lots in common with typical red Burgundy."
Terre de Vertus non dose Premier Cru NV $86 (Recommended)
100% old vine chardonnay from a single 50yr+ vineyard in Vertus.
"Bizarre! Big fruit cake nose but drys out in the palate. Retains a core of fruit but this is all about tangy chalk and minerals."
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