Champagne De Sousa - Grand Cru Cuvée des Caudalies 2008
92+/100
Robert Parker
18,5/20
Bettane & Desseauve
17/20
RVF
“ A standout 2008 vintage with a vibrant, pure minerality. The aromas gradually unfold, revealing citrus notes with a hint of chalk.” (Le Guide Bettane & Desseauve des Vins 2017) After more than 84 months on the rack, Caudalies 2008 is ready to come into its own!
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Nose
Aromas of ripe yellow fruits (peach, apricot, quince). Notes of honey and gingerbread
Palate
Roundness, fullness, depth. Great minerality.
Serve
at 10-12°C
Drink from
2016
Drink before
2025
Food and wine pairings
Pairs well with shellfish, fish, white meats, and cheeses aged 24 to 36 months, or enjoyed on its own as an aperitif
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated wine (2017 guide) 18.5/20 (Exceptional quality wine)
Rated estate (2026 guide) 4*Stars (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)
About the wine:
A standout 2008 vintage with a vibrant, pure minerality. The aroma gradually unfolds, revealing citrus notes with a hint of chalkiness.
About the estate:
Érick de Sousa is a highly talented winemaker who has been based at the family estate since 1986, where he cultivates ten hectares in the Côte des Blancs using biodynamic methods for over twenty years. Uncompromising and meticulous, he crafts a range of sparkling wines with pure and nuanced expressions, drawing on the terroirs of Avize, Cramant, Oger, and Le Mesnil—planted with Chardonnay—as well as plots in Aÿ and Ambonnay planted with Pinot Noir, and a small amount of Meunier. The result is a very broad range of champagnes that differ in approach but share a family resemblance in their smooth texture and aromatic originality, enhanced by beautifully crafted aging in oak. From this perspective, the 3A cuvée seems to us representative of this irresistible allure, as does the remarkable Mycorhize cuvée, not to mention the Caudalie cuvée, which over the years has become inseparable from the house and its flagship. As for vintages, the 2008 holds its own, while the 2010 surprises with its fresh balance in a year known for its suppleness. While the noses may sometimes surprise, it is on the palate that one discovers the stylistic charm of this house with an established reputation.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated 92+/100 (Outstanding wine)
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the estate:
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2017 guide) 17/20 (Great wine)
Rated estate (2026 guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to the consistency and excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)
About the wine:
A subtle oxidation lends this Chardonnay (from old vines in Avize and Oger) a light golden hue; it is still somewhat reserved, but its body and power make it a perfect match for creamy poultry dishes and will allow it to age beautifully.
About the estate:
The estate, now led by the next generation, brilliantly carries on the work of the late Eric de Sousa. Charlotte handles the business side, Julie oversees the vineyards and the horses, and Valentin works in the cellar. The estate comprises 14 hectares of vineyards, primarily Chardonnays located in the Grand Cru Avize, as well as Pinot Noir from the Grand Crus Aÿ and Ambonnay. Certified organic in 2010 and biodynamic in 2013, the estate also benefits from older vines. Careful management of the aging process in oak highlights magnificent wines full of energy.
Customer rating
4/5
based on 1 review
Review by Mr. G. Ponti. Published on August 17, 2017
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