Larmandier-Bernier Terre de Vertus 1er Cru Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature 2016

Flinty and taut, with chalky stone, lemon pith and white blossom giving the nose real lift and definition. On the palate, Vertus concentration comes through in a way that feels almost still-wine serious — there's genuine weight here, yet the tension never loosens. Zero dosage strips away any softening influence, leaving the terroir exposed and unflinching. A wine that rewards patience; drink 2024–2032.