Frederic Savart Premier Cru 'Les Noues' Champagne 2020
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$198.00
Frédéric Savart was born into a family of vignerons, but his real dream was to be a professional footballer. He even signed a youth contract with Stade de Reims, but after meeting the woman who was to become his wife, he refused a potential transfer to another club, and decided to return home to work with his father, Daniel. The family estate was founded by Daniel's father, René Savart, who purchased his first vines in 1947. Daniel himself took over the winemaking in the 1970s, although production remained extremely small until the mid-1980s, when he significantly expanded the family's vineyard holdings. Fred returned in 1993 at age 23 and in 2001 he left the cooperative, only doing pressing there. Since 2005, Frédéric has been at the helm of the estate.
This champagne comes from a premier cru terroir on the Montagne de Reims, more precisely in Ecueil. 10-month maturation in oak casks with no stirring, and an extra-brut dosage of 0-6g per litre.
"The 2020 Extra-Brut Les Noues, 100% Pinot Noir, is fabulous. Rich and exotic, the 2020 offers striking Pinot intensity in all of its myriad dimensions. Kirsch, wild flowers, spice, mint and jasmine lend gorgeous inner perfume. The 2020 is deep and layered, yet also remains light on its feet. It’s a captivating wine from Fred Savart." - 95 Points, Vinous
Producer: Frederic Savart
Country: France
Region: Champagne
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Appellation: Champagne Premier Cru
Vintage: 2020
Size: 750ml