Cuvée des Caudalies Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Extra Brut 1500ml Magnum

Wine Description for Cuvée des Caudalies Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Extra Brut 1500ml Magnum by De Sousa

Colour & Appearance

Luminous golden yellow with sparkling reflections. The perlage displays itself as fine-bubbled and persistent, a hallmark of the quality and maturity of this Grand Cru Champagne. The elegant mousseux already promises complexity on the eye.

Nose

This Blanc de Blancs demands patience – initially it presents itself with compact minerality, reminiscent of wet chalk and flint. After sufficient aeration, an impressive aromatic spectrum unfolds: exotic fruits such as mango and kumquat meet dried fruits, honey and glazed almonds. Spicy notes of vanilla, cinnamon and ginger blend with refreshing accents of citrus and elderflower into a multi-layered bouquet.

Palate

On the palate, the true greatness of this Grand Cru reveals itself: a profound structure with pronounced minerality forms the backbone. The fine roasted aromas bear witness to its maturity and lend the Champagne additional dimension. Despite the Extra Brut dosage, the wine never comes across as harsh, but rather perfectly balanced between freshness and complexity.

Finish

Remarkably long and precise. The minerality carries far, accompanied by a fine salinity and lingering fruit aromas. A finish that invites the next sip.

Terroir & Origin

De Sousa counts among the most authentic producers in Champagne. The Grand Cru vineyard sites provide grapes of extraordinary concentration; the chalky soils of the Côte des Blancs significantly shape the mineral character.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Pure Chardonnay from Grand Cru vineyard sites. The Extra Brut dosage (under 6 g/l residual sugar) underscores the purity and precision. The magnum bottle guarantees optimal ageing conditions and slower development.

Food Pairing Recommendations

More than just an aperitif: excellent with scallops, pan-fried turbot, lobster with butter, pike-perch in Champagne sauce or aged Comté. The structure also carries calf’s sweetbreads or poultry in cream sauce.

Special Features

The magnum bottle is ideal for special occasions and guarantees slower, more harmonious ageing. A characterful Champagne that bears the hallmark of De Sousa: unfiltered, authentic and terroir-driven.