What kind of wine is Champagne Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru 'Haute Couture' 2020 - Fréderic Savart

The Champagne Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru 'Haute Couture' 2020 - Fréderic Savart is the synthesis of elegance and precision that characterizes the Savart maison. It is born in the heart of the Côte des Blancs, an area famous for Chardonnay, the only grape variety used to produce this "Blanc de Blancs" Champagne. Fréderic Savart, a renowned vigneron from Écueil, rents a Grand Cru classified plot of land to create this cuvée, which embodies his purest and most refined vision of the Savart style. The "Haute Couture" label precisely evokes the meticulous care dedicated to every stage of production. Like all artisanal Champagnes, it is made using the Champenoise method (or "classic method"), meaning a second fermentation in the bottle that allows for the natural formation of bubbles, followed by a long aging on the lees to impart complexity and creaminess.

Vintage Details

The 2020 vintage stands out for balanced climatic conditions: a mild winter, a regular spring, and a warm but not excessive summer, which guaranteed grapes of great ripeness and intense aromas. This balance translates into a Blanc de Blancs of great precision in the glass, where the typical freshness of Chardonnay is combined with an enveloping roundness, the result of perfectly ripe grapes.

Vinification and aging

The Champagne Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru 'Haute Couture' 2020 is produced using the classic method, which involves a second fermentation in the bottle and prolonged aging on the lees for several years. This waiting period allows the Champagne to develop its refined aromatic complexity. The Extra Brut dosage (very little added sugar) enhances the varietal purity of Chardonnay, highlighting its mineral freshness and allowing for a clean, elegant, and persistent finish.

Tasting Notes

Color

In the glass, it presents a brilliant straw yellow with golden reflections, enhanced by a very fine and continuous perlage, a sign of high quality effervescence.

Nose

The nose opens with refined notes of citrus, white flowers, and fresh almond, followed by hints of brioche and butter, typical of aging on the lees. The aromatic complexity is elegant, never overpowering, and reveals mineral nuances reminiscent of the chalk of the Côte des Blancs.

Taste

On the palate, it is precise, taut, and creamy at the same time. The very fine and enveloping bubbles provide dynamism and smoothness. The sip is deep, with a long and savory persistence, leaving the palate clean and inviting another taste.

Food pairings for Champagne Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru 'Haute Couture' 2020 - Fréderic Savart

This Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Champagne is perfect for accompanying light and refined dishes that enhance its freshness and minerality. Particularly recommended with:

• Raw seafood and white fish carpaccios
• Oysters and shellfish
• Tuna or salmon tartare
• Fresh, soft cheeses, such as goat cheese or robiola
• Poultry or spring vegetable dishes

Also ideal as a high-end aperitif, it elegantly introduces a special dinner.

Storage and aging: how to store Champagne Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru 'Haute Couture' 2020 - Fréderic Savart

To keep the Champagne Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru 'Haute Couture' 2020 - Fréderic Savart in perfect condition, it is important to follow a few simple rules:

• Temperature: store between 10 and 12°C, avoiding sudden temperature changes.
• Light: protect the bottle from direct light, which can alter the aromas and characteristics of the wine.
• Position: keep the bottle lying down, so that the cork remains moist and ensures an airtight seal.

Under optimal conditions, this Champagne can evolve harmoniously for several years, developing further fascinating aromatic nuances.