92 POINTS Robert Parker

"Champagne Guy Larmandier was established in 1899. All vineyards are situated in the heart of the fabled Cote des Blancs. Harvest is done manually. The wines are fermented in cuve and separated parcel by parcel. A selection is made in the spring following harvest and then the wines are bottled in May to complete the champagne process. Four cuvees are traditionally prepared. The Vertus Rose 1er Cru (4,000 bottles per annum) is a blend of the base cuvee of the Cotes des Blancs with the addition of approximately 12% Pinot Noir from Vertus. The importer believes the quality of the fruit harvested by this extraordinary house is so superior, the cuvees shipped to the United States receive virtually no 'dosage.' Thus, the Guy Larmandier champagnes are exceedingly dry, delicate and fine. You will find an unparalleled purity of fruit and "terroir" in each cuvee. Each bottle of Champagne Guy Larmandier shipped to the United States is disgorged to order." ~ (Importer) "I was thrilled with the wines I tasted from Guy Larmandier, a small, artisan grower based in Vertus. These Champagnes boast notable elegance and personality." ~ (Robert Parker)