Avec le Temps, Extra Brut, Blanc de Blancs, Grand Cru

Wine Description for Avec le Temps Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru from De Sousa

Colour & Appearance

Shimmering, pale golden yellow with a finely branched, lively mousse that rises elegantly and persistently in the glass – a visual promise of Grand Cru quality.

Nose

Seductively complex: white bread crust and hazelnut meet apple, lemon zest and pear. With air contact, a fascinating maritime dimension unfolds – oyster shells, sea breeze, a hint of seaweed and salted almonds lend this Blanc de Blancs a mineral depth typical of the finest sites on the Côte des Blancs.

Palate

Precise and vibrant. The bright fruit is carried by perfectly integrated, fine-beaded carbonation that enlivens the palate without dominating. Despite the Extra Brut dosage, there’s a natural juiciness; the balance between freshness and substance is exemplary. The drinking flow is invigorating – this Champagne invites the next sip.

Finish

Long, mineral and refreshing with a saline echo that underscores the maritime character. The chalk from the Grand Cru sites leaves its unmistakable fingerprint.

Terroir & Origin

Exclusively from the legendary Grand Cru sites of the Côte des Blancs: Avize, Oger, Le Mesnil and Cramant. These chalky soils impart the wine’s characteristic minerality and elegance. Disgorged on 11 February 2021.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Pure Chardonnay from Grand Cru sites. The Extra Brut dosage (minimally sweetened) allows maximum space for the terroir and grape variety to express themselves – a statement for purists.

Food Pairing Suggestions

The ideal apéritif Champagne, which particularly excels with salty dishes featuring roasted notes: anchovies in puff pastry, turbot in white cabbage leaf with Champagne butter sauce or Brie de Meaux with pear slices and almonds. The maritime character harmonises perfectly with seafood and smoked fish.

Special Features

A Champagne that embodies the philosophy of De Sousa: terroir-driven, artisanally precise, without unnecessary frills. „Avec le Temps“ – with time – it becomes ever more fascinating in the glass.