Champagne De Sousa - Extra Brut Tradition
93/100
James Suckling
"A consistently well-structured Champagne that will pair perfectly with your holiday meals!"
"A pure style, focused on lime blossom, white flowers, lemon pulp, mandarin zest, and chalk. Light, it shines with its fine, persistent bubbles and long, tangy, integrated acidity. A refined and elegant finish. Made from biodynamically grown grapes certified by Demeter. Drink now." (James Suckling 2025).
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Eye
Light, bright color with slight green highlights, fine and abundant foam with small bubbles.
Nose
Delicate and floral, with hints of mimosa followed by citrus and ripe pear notes, expressive and powerful with a certain finesse.
Mouth
Frank attack, fairly lively freshness well balanced by a warm impression of honey, pleasant finish
Serve
At 10-12°C
Drink before
2028
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy as an aperitif, with seafood, sushi, white meat, fish...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2026 guide) 4 stars (Producers of very high quality, those who are the pride of French vineyards)
About the estate:
Érick de Sousa is a highly talented winemaker who has been working on the family estate since 1986, ten hectares in the Côte des Blancs that have been farmed biodynamically 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 Aÿ and Ambonnay, planted with Pinot Noir and a little Meunier. The result is a very wide range of champagnes that are different in their approaches but share a family resemblance in their smooth texture and aromatic originality, enhanced by beautifully crafted wood aging. From this point of view, the 3A cuvée seems to us to be representative of this irresistible smoothness, 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. In terms of vintages, the 2008 holds its own, while the 2010 surprises with its fresh balance in a year renowned for its suppleness. While the noses may sometimes surprise, it is on the palate that one discovers the stylistic charm of this established house.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
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
Rated estate (2026 guide) 2 stars (These very large estates, often blessed with fabulous terroirs, are must-haves which, thanks to their consistency and the excellence of their production, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers).
About the estate:
The estate, now run by the new generation, brilliantly continues the work carried out by the late Eric de Sousa. Charlotte is in charge of sales, Julie takes care of the vines and horse riding, and Valentin works in the cellar. The estate comprises 14 hectares of vines, mainly Chardonnays located on the Grand Cru Avize, as well as Pinot Noir, which comes from the Grands Crus Aÿ and Ambonnay. Certified organic in 2010 and biodynamic in 2013, the estate also benefits from old vines. The controlled management of the oak aging process brings out magnificent, energetic flavors.
James Suckling
Wine rated (2025 guide) 93/100
About wine:
A pure style, focused on lime blossom, white flowers, lemon pulp, mandarin zest, and chalk. Light, it shines with its fine, persistent bubbles and long, tangy, integrated acidity. A refined and elegant finish. Made from biodynamically grown grapes certified by Demeter. Ready to drink now.
Customer rating
4/5
based on 21 reviews
Note and opinion by Mr. JEAN-YVES B. Published on 12/20/2020
A very fine wine that is very pleasant on the palate, with fine bubbles. But it lacks depth. Best served as an aperitif.
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Note and opinion by Mr. JEAN MICHEL B. Published on 11/01/2020
A little disappointed considering the financial investment, even though the quality is there; however, the price is not worth the enjoyment gained.
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Note and opinion by Mr. DITORIA T. Published on February 28, 2013
I love the balance between the freshness of Chardonnay, the structure of Pinot Noir, and the fruitiness of Pinot Meunier. This Brut Tradition De Sousa is simple but delicious, with a profile that emphasizes the taste and aroma of white flowers and a fresh acidity. I was impressed by its sobriety and density. Good dosage, perhaps you could risk a little less (6 g/l) in order to better express the terroir.
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Note and opinion by Mr. KAUFFMANN P. Published on March 15, 2025
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Review and opinion by Mr. PATRICE K. Published on 02/03/2025
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Review and opinion by Ms. CECILE P. Published on 03/20/2024
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Review and opinion by Mr. LAURENT T. Published on 12/30/2021
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Review and opinion by Mr. CLAUDE L. Published on 09/18/2021
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Review and opinion by Mr. THIERRY C. Published on 09/05/2021
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Review and opinion by Mr. FABIEN D. Published on January 10, 2021
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