Dremont & Savart Éphémère 011 Premier Cru

Dremont & Savart Éphémère 011

Dremont & Savart Éphémère 011 is a limited-release Premier Cru Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut Champagne from the Petite Montagne de Reims. The cuvée is a collaboration between Frédéric Savart (Domaine Savart) and Champagne Dremont Père et Fils, with each edition being a unique, one-off blend. Éphémère 011 is made from 100% Pinot Noir from premier cru vineyards, with the base wine from the 2016 harvest, aged on lees for over three years and disgorged in May 2021. Dosage is 3.5 g/L, classifying it as Extra Brut.

Vinification & Style
Made from 100% Pinot Noir from premier cru vineyards in the Petite Montagne de Reims. The wine is aged sur lattes on cork for over three years, in the great tradition of Champagne. Dosage is 3.5 g/L, classifying it as Extra Brut. The style is precise, mineral-driven and energetic, with vibrant fruit, chalky minerality and a focused, saline finish.

Tasting Notes
Colour: Pale gold with fine, persistent bubbles.
Nose: Fresh strawberry, cherry, cranberry, with a green herbaceous hint and subtle chalky notes.
Palate: Luscious and creamy, with red fruit, citrus zest and a pillowy texture. Racy acids, chalky minerality and a tangy, mouthwatering finish.
Finish: Long and focused, with lingering red fruit and saline notes.

Serving & Pairing
Decanting: No decanting required; open 10–15 minutes before serving.
Serving temperature: 8–10°C.
Food pairing: Oysters, raw bar, sushi, sashimi, grilled seafood, delicate fish dishes, roast chicken, soft cheeses such as Brie or Chaource, and light appetizers. Also pairs well with creamy lobster preparations and Japanese food.

Drinking Window
Enjoy from now through approximately 2029–2034. With bottle age, the wine should develop more honeyed, nutty, brioche and mineral complexity while retaining freshness and energy.

Origin: France, Champagne, Petite Montagne de Reims (Premier Cru)
Type: Sparkling Wine (Blanc de Noirs, Extra Brut)
Grape: 100% Pinot Noir
ABV: 12.5%
Volume: 750ml