Cuvée Mycorhize L12 Grand Cru Extra Brut 1500ml Magnum

Wine Description for Cuvée Mycorhize L12 Grand Cru Extra Brut 1500ml Magnum by De Sousa

Colour & Appearance

Luminous, pale straw yellow with brilliant clarity. The perlage displays itself as fine and persistent – a visual promise of elegance and finesse.

Nose

Here unfolds the full complexity of a Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs. Ripe quince and dried apricots meet sultanas and a hint of yellow apple. Yet what distinguishes this Champagne is its earthy depth: truffle butter, walnut, beechnuts and a subtle note of Montélimar nougat. The name „Mycorhize“ – the symbiotic connection between fungal roots and vines – becomes sensorially tangible here.

Palate

Remarkably balanced between opulence and precision. The fine perlage carries a creamy texture with chalky minerality, whilst the vibrant acidity perfectly delineates the ripe fruit aromas. Almond spice biscuit harmonises with stony austerity – a Champagne that commands both richness and tension equally. The Extra Brut dosage (under 6 g/l) allows the terroir to take precedence.

Finish

Long, mineral and of impressive persistence. The salty chalk of Champagne resonates, accompanied by a whisper of brioche and hazelnut.

Terroir & Origin

De Sousa manages Grand Cru vineyard sites in Avize, the epicentre of Chardonnay in the Côte des Blancs. The house’s biodynamic philosophy – symbolised through the mycorhiza fungi – produces vibrant, terroir-driven wines of extraordinary depth.

Grape Variety & Vinification

100% Chardonnay from Grand Cru vineyard sites. Vinification takes place partly in oak barrels, which contributes structure and complexity without overwhelming the fruit clarity. Extended lees ageing imparts additional creaminess and depth.

Food Pairing Recommendations

A Champagne for discerning pairings: scallops with truffle, baked turbot, Comté cheese or lobster in nut butter. The magnum bottle makes it the perfect companion for festive menus.

Special Features

The magnum bottle guarantees optimal ageing conditions and slower development. A Champagne that rewards patience and impressively embodies De Sousa’s biodynamic vision.