Larmandier-Bernier

Les Chemins D'Avize Millésime Grand Cru Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Champagne

9.378 ratings
9.421 pro ratings
Avize, Côte des Blancs, Champagne, France
Chardonnay
Duck, Shellfish, Goose, Mushrooms, Manchego & Parmesan, Game, Pork, Squash & Root Vegetables, Chicken, Turkey, Cheddar & Gruyere, Meaty & Oily Fish, White Fish, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Cream Sauces
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9.5

The 2015 Extra Brut Les Chemins d'Avize Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru is a broad, ample Champagne that reflects both vinification in wood and time on the lees. Lemon confit, marzipan, dried flowers, chamomile, sage and spice build in the glass. Powerful and resonant, with no hard edges, the 2015 is terrific. It's also a throwback to the style of the time, and one I must say I like a lot. This is a fine effort for the year. Dosage is 2 grams per liter. Disgorged: September 1, 2022. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, November 2023)

The 2015 Extra Brut Les Chemins d'Avize Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru is a broad, ample Champagne that reflects both vinification in wood and time on the lees. Lemon confit, marzipan, dried flowers, chamomile, sage and spice build in the glass. Powerful and resonant, with no hard edges, the 2015 is terrific. It's also a throwback to the style of the time, and one I must say I like a lot. This is a fine effort for the year. Dosage is 2 grams per liter. Disgorged: September 1, 2022. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, November 2023)

Nov 21st, 2023
Lyle Fass

Founder Fass Selections

9.7

Stellar. More notes later.

Stellar. More notes later.

Dec 23rd, 2019
Jeremy Shanker

Sommelier at RN74

9.3

⚡️Zing ⚡️

⚡️Zing ⚡️

Nov 9th, 2019
Ross Cobb

Owner/Winemaker Cobb Wines, Winemaker Hirsch Vineyards, Claypool Cellars, Banshee Wines

9.2

Special surprise

Special surprise

Nov 11th, 2017
Christine Havens

Walnut skins, curling yellow parchment paper, roasted yellow apples, poached pear, and honeysuckle. Larmandier-Bernier's Vieille Vigne de Cramant Grand Cru 2006 always feels autumnal to me and masterfully constructed. Subtle oxidation, ultra-fine mousse and quarried vinosity on the finish makes this a somewhat austere Champagne. One feels compelled to study it, the graceful lines and branching sexpartite ribs, transverse arches, and dappled, dusty sunlight filtered through clerestory windows, its weightless, timeless charm. 12.5% ABV

Walnut skins, curling yellow parchment paper, roasted yellow apples, poached pear, and honeysuckle. Larmandier-Bernier's Vieille Vigne de Cramant Grand Cru 2006 always feels autumnal to me and masterfully constructed. Subtle oxidation, ultra-fine mousse and quarried vinosity on the finish makes this a somewhat austere Champagne. One feels compelled to study it, the graceful lines and branching sexpartite ribs, transverse arches, and dappled, dusty sunlight filtered through clerestory windows, its weightless, timeless charm. 12.5% ABV

1 person found it helpfulJun 4th, 2016
Brent Mayeaux

Production Burn Cottage Vineyard

9.4

I just need to go spend a few weeks in Champagne and drink all the wine.

I just need to go spend a few weeks in Champagne and drink all the wine.

May 13th, 2016
Charlie Evans

This was killer. So much depth in this

This was killer. So much depth in this

Oct 1st, 2015
Lily Davis

French Wine Specialist at Ottorink Weinbar

9.3

2009

2009

Jul 3rd, 2015
James McFadyen

Wine Consultant and Allocation Specialist at Spec's

9.4

Oh wow...bubble me silly. Great deep apple notes with gorgeous baking spice notes all with deep citrusy zip as a backdrop. Finish is full and expressive. Mousse is fine and perfect.

Oh wow...bubble me silly. Great deep apple notes with gorgeous baking spice notes all with deep citrusy zip as a backdrop. Finish is full and expressive. Mousse is fine and perfect.

Jun 18th, 2015
Bryan Garcia

Sales Grand Cru Selections

9.4

High ⚡️tage! 😍

High ⚡️tage! 😍

May 8th, 2015