Frederic Savart, Haute Couture Extra Brut

Frederic Savart, Haute Couture Extra BrutThe 2016 Extra Brut Haute Couture Le Mesnil sur Oger is a small re release of Fred Savart's first vintage for this wine. It shows the natural complexity of a Champagne that spent eight years on the lees. Tangerine peel, white flowers, pastry and light tropical overtones all grace this super expressive offering. Readers searching for a Champagne with aromatics and flavors that develop over time will find that here. The 2016 is perhaps a bit austere on

kirsch and whiffs of the sauvage and forest floor

offering juicy dark berry and cherry pit flavors and a touch of licorice

the 2020 has a phenolic-like quality that is distinctive

Even more vibrant and zesty on the nose than the Pinot

18 ha parcel)

plus a hint of sweet butter

this bundle of energy practically sizzles on the palate and penetrates with salivary gland-squeezing intensity

Best from 2015 through 2024

It is now in the USA and showing in a rather forward fashion for Taylor's

older parcels of the same communes as for the NV Blanc de Blancs

essence of lemon zest and lovely spice nuances give way to rich

It should evolve for a decade or more