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Larmandier-Bernier Latitude Extra Brut Champagne vs Veuve Ambal Grande Cuvée Crémant de Bourgogne Brut

Tale of the tape.

The splurge
Larmandier-Bernier Latitude Extra Brut Champagne
Champagne, France · Champagne blend
€61
The steal
Close cousin
Veuve Ambal Grande Cuvée Crémant de Bourgogne Brut
Crémant de Bourgogne, France · Sparkling blend
€23 save €38

Tale of the taste

Larmandier-Bernier Latitude Extra Brut Champagne Veuve Ambal Grande Cuvée Crémant de Bourgogne Brut
Body 7 vs 6 · 1 less on the steal
Tannin 1 vs 1 · same
Acidity 8 vs 7 · 1 less on the steal
Sweetness 1 vs 2 · +1 on the steal
Fruit 7 vs 10 · +3 on the steal

Five structure dials above — plus 13 flavour families weighed in the match behind the scenes.

Why it’s a dupe

Shared Chardonnay in the blendSame traditional methodSame orchard-fruit biteAbout 37% of the price

Where to grab the steal

Typically around €23 (checked Aug 2026) — check live prices:

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