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Varnier-Fanniere, Champagne Cuvee de Jean Fanniere Origine Extra Brut, NV

Sparkling Wine from Champagne, France
by Varnier-Fanniere
$67.99
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Varnier-Fannière is one of Champagne’s hidden gems, a small grower-producer based in Avize, crafting wines that showcase the purity and intensity of the Côte des Blancs. Cuvée de Jean Fannière Origine Extra Brut is a Blanc de Blancs sourced from old-vine Grand Cru vineyards, made with minimal intervention to let the terroir shine. With its low dosage and extended lees aging, this is a Champagne that balances richness with razor-sharp precision.

Lemon zest, green apple, and white flowers open on the nose, followed by layers of crushed oyster shell, brioche, and a flinty, mineral core. The palate is tense and focused, with fine, persistent bubbles and a saline edge that carries through the long, chiseled finish. Compared to broader, more opulent Champagnes, Jean Fannière Origine leans into structure and energy, making it a perfect choice for purists who love a racy, terroir-driven style.

A brilliant aperitif but equally at home with oysters, caviar, or creamy cheeses, this is a Champagne that speaks to both elegance and power. Enjoy it now for its vibrant freshness, or cellar for a few years to let its complexity unfold.

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Robert Parker

93 points

"The July 2017 disgorgement of the NV Extra-Brut Cuvée Jean Fannière Origine is still on the market, and it's now beginning to take on some mature overtones, mingling notions of dried fruit, honeycomb and warm biscuits with aromas of peach and citrus. Medium to full-bodied, fleshy and elegantly textural, with a delicate pinpoint mousse, lively acids and a saline finish, it's drinking well today." —Robert Parker

Wine Spectator

90 points

"A mouthwatering Champagne with a creamy bead, and savory hints of fleur de sel and toasted malt underscoring the dried apricot, pickled ginger and lemon pith notes."

More about Varnier-fanniere

Wine Details

  • Grape Variety

    Chardonnay

  • Vintage

    NV

  • Size

    750ml

  • Farming Practice

    Sustainable

  • Style

    Crisp , Elegant , Minerally

  • Sweetness

    Dry

  • Body

    Medium Bodied

Flatiron's Take

From the Importer

What Skurnik Wines has to say about this wine:

cépage 100% Chardonnayassemblage 75% 2016, 25% reserve wine (2015-2012)village/vyd Cramant Grand Cru; Chemin de Châlons,50+-year-old vines — Chalkmalo Yesélevage Stainless steelsur latte 30+ Monthsdégorgement August 2020 – April 2021 (3)

Tasting Notes & Food Pairings

Perfect Pairings

Oysters, Grilled white fish, Ceviche, Fresh mozzarella, Asparagus preparations

Tasting Profile

Varnier-Fanniere Champagne Cuvee de Jean Fanniere Origine Extra Brut presents citrus, green apple, and mineral with subtle brioche. Medium body with vibrant acidity and persistent bubbles; the finish is dry and elegant with citrus complexity.

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