Frederic Savart Champagne ‘Bulle de Ros’ Vieilles Vignes 1er Cru Extra Brut

Fred’s ros is a ros d’assemblage composed of 70% Pinot Noir, 22% Chardonnay, and 8% still red wine. It comes entirely from the village of Ecueil. It is fermented mostly in stainless steel, with around 20% of the blend made in neutral barrels. The dosage is 6g/L.

Fred Savart is a force to be reckoned with. Tasting in his cellar is as much a tour of the various terroirs of the Montagne de Reims as it is a discussion of whats new in the wine world. Fred is first and foremost a farmer but right behind that he is a bonafide wine geek. His cellar’s entrance is lined with dead soldiers from all the great names and his idea of having you over for dinner is blind tasting you on things that he’s really excited about at that moment.