Wine Description for Tradition by De Sousa
- Colour & Appearance
- Pale golden yellow with fine, vibrant bubbles – a classic Champagne of elegant appearance.
- Nose
- Precise and multi-layered: citrus fruits and almonds open the bouquet, accompanied by a subtle note of fermented Boskop apples. With air contact, the Champagne develops towards yellow stone fruits, revealing chalky minerality and a delicate hint of jasmine – an aromatic evolution that rewards patience.
- Palate
- Direct, forceful and yet of remarkable clarity. The fruit presents itself bright and focused: lemon meringue, wine foam, white peach, nectarine and apple merge into a creamy flavour profile. The seven grams of dosage integrate seamlessly, the Champagne feels dry and balanced.
- Finish
- Mineral-driven, with persistent freshness and fine length. The dosage fulfils its purpose perfectly here: it harmonises without drawing attention, and carries the Champagne elegantly into the finish.
- Grape Variety & Vinification
- A classic blend of 50% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Noir and 10% Meunier. This composition unites the finesse of Chardonnay with the structure of Pinot Noir and the fruity accessibility of Meunier – a masterclass in Champagne blending.
- Food Pairing Recommendations
- The versatility of this Brut makes it an ideal food companion: langoustines with fennel, apple and elderflower, char with nori and quail eggs or golden beetroot with pear and goat’s cheese – Tradition harmonises equally well with seafood and vegetarian compositions.
- Special Features
- The name says it all: this is a Champagne that embodies the tradition of the De Sousa house – crafted with precision, without frills, but with soul. A reliable Brut that demonstrates that classicism never goes out of style.
Profile
| Winemaker | De Sousa |
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| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne |
| Variety | Chardonnay, Pinot Noir |
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| Alcohol content | 12.5% Vol. |
| Residual sweetness | ■□□□□ |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |
| Manufacturer | Champagne De Sousa & Fils, 12 place Léon Bourgeois, 51190 Avize / France |
| Complete product name | De Sousa - Tradition Brut |






