{"product_id":"champagne-dsousa-3a-grand-cru-nv","title":"Champagne De Sousa Cuvée 3A Grand Cru Extra Brut NV","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinery Background \u0026amp; History\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDe Sousa\u003c\/b\u003e, established in the heart of the \u003cb\u003eCôte des Blancs\u003c\/b\u003e, is renowned for its commitment to sustainable viticulture and biodynamic practices. The house has a rich history of producing some of the finest Champagnes, with a strong focus on showcasing terroir. The \u003cb\u003eCuvée 3A Grand Cru\u003c\/b\u003e NV is a reflection of this dedication, blending the finest grapes from three prestigious Grand Cru villages: \u003cb\u003eAvize\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eAÿ\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb\u003eAmbonnay\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer \u0026amp; Wine Maker\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis Champagne is crafted under the leadership of \u003cb\u003eErick De Sousa\u003c\/b\u003e, the current winemaker and owner, who emphasizes minimal intervention in the vineyard and cellar to allow the natural characteristics of the fruit to shine. De Sousa’s approach prioritizes biodynamic practices, resulting in wines that are vibrant and expressive of their terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVineyard\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe grapes for \u003cb\u003eCuvée 3A Grand Cru NV\u003c\/b\u003e come exclusively from the three Grand Cru villages of \u003cb\u003eAvize\u003c\/b\u003e (Chardonnay), \u003cb\u003eAÿ\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb\u003eAmbonnay\u003c\/b\u003e (Pinot Noir). These regions are celebrated for producing high-quality grapes, with Avize known for its chalky soils that lend minerality and finesse, and Aÿ and Ambonnay for their powerful, structured Pinot Noirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Wine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDe Sousa Cuvée 3A Grand Cru\u003c\/b\u003e is a blend of \u003cb\u003ePinot Noir\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eChardonnay\u003c\/b\u003e from these three villages. It is produced in a Brut or Extra Brut style, depending on the dosage, with low sugar levels to highlight the freshness and purity of the wine. The wine has a structured, textured profile with excellent depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eAs a \u003cb\u003enon-vintage\u003c\/b\u003e (NV) Champagne, \u003cb\u003eCuvée 3A\u003c\/b\u003e blends different vintages to maintain a consistent house style, achieving a balance of freshness from younger wines and complexity from reserve wines aged in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eABV %\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe alcohol by volume (ABV) for \u003cb\u003eDe Sousa Cuvée 3A Grand Cru NV\u003c\/b\u003e is approximately \u003cb\u003e12.5%\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVinification and Aging Method\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis Champagne is produced using the \u003cb\u003eméthode champenoise\u003c\/b\u003e, with secondary fermentation occurring in the bottle. The wine is aged on its lees for an extended period to develop richness and texture. The dosage is low, often in the \u003cb\u003eExtra Brut\u003c\/b\u003e style (around \u003cb\u003e3-6 g\/L\u003c\/b\u003e), which enhances its minerality and crispness\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrapes Varietals\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e50% Chardonnay\u003c\/b\u003e (Avize)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e50% Pinot Noir\u003c\/b\u003e (Aÿ and Ambonnay)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis blend combines the finesse of Chardonnay with the power and fruitiness of Pinot Noir, resulting in a well-balanced and structured wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppearance\u003c\/b\u003e: Pale gold with fine, persistent bubbles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eNose\u003c\/b\u003e: Aromas of \u003cb\u003eripe apples\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003epeaches\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb\u003egreen plums\u003c\/b\u003e, along with a delicate note of \u003cb\u003ecranberry\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003etoasted brioche\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePalate\u003c\/b\u003e: The wine is dense and full, with flavors of \u003cb\u003eripe apples\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003epeaches\u003c\/b\u003e, and hints of \u003cb\u003eminerality\u003c\/b\u003e. The texture is rich, but the wine finishes dry and precise, with a long, elegant finish\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood and Wine Pairing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eCuvée 3A pairs well with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eOysters\u003c\/b\u003e and other shellfish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eSushi\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003esashimi\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePoultry\u003c\/b\u003e with cream-based sauces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eGoat cheese\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eService Methods\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eServe at \u003cb\u003e8-10°C\u003c\/b\u003e (46-50°F) in a wide flute or white wine glass to enhance its complex aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage and Ageing Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis non-vintage Champagne is designed for immediate enjoyment but can be stored for up to \u003cb\u003e5-7 years\u003c\/b\u003e. With time, it will develop more complex notes of brioche, nuts, and honey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScores\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eWine Enthusiast\u003c\/b\u003e: 93 points\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eJames Suckling\u003c\/b\u003e: 94 points .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSummary\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDe Sousa Cuvée 3A Grand Cru NV\u003c\/b\u003e is an elegant, structured Champagne that showcases the finesse of Chardonnay from Avize and the power of Pinot Noir from Aÿ and Ambonnay. With its complex aromatics, rich texture, and long, mineral-driven finish, it is perfect for both immediate drinking and short-term aging.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OMY Cellar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922409865430,"sku":null,"price":699.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/ChampagneD_Sousa3AGrandCruNV.jpg?v=1773670271","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/champagne-dsousa-3a-grand-cru-nv","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}