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Ayala Brut Majeur
87/100

Ayala

Brut Majeur 75cl

Pale gold robe with silver highlights, threaded with a fine, persistent mousse. On the nose, freshness leads: lemon, white peach, acacia blossom and a discreet brioche note imparted by lees ageing. On the palate, the attack is lively and precise; the mid-palate develops a creamy texture before a…

THE CUVÉES OF MAISON AYALA
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Main tenant une coupe de champagne
87 /100
Aromatic profile

The structure of this champagne

Four dimensions to capture its balance
Freshness
The dominant Chardonnay imparts a citrus-bright vivacity and the characteristic acid tension that defines the Ayala style.
Roundness
The reserve wines and Pinot Meunier contribute a creamy, enveloping texture through the mid-palate.
Intensity
The blend favours elegance over power, maintaining a refined and restrained expression throughout.
Length
The saline, mineral finish lingers with persistence on notes of candied citrus and chalk.

TASTING NOTES

Pale gold robe with silver highlights, threaded with a fine, persistent mousse. On the nose, freshness leads: lemon, white peach, acacia blossom and a discreet brioche note imparted by lees ageing. On the palate, the attack is lively and precise; the mid-palate develops a creamy texture before a saline, taut finish — the hallmark of the light dosage at 6 g/L.

Blend & terroirs

The composition

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Gravure grappe de raisin
6g/LDosage
55%Chardonnay
30%Pinot Noir
15%Pinot Meunier

Terroirs

A blend of 70 crus drawn from the 6 great terroirs of Champagne — Côte des Blancs, Montagne de Reims, Vallée de la Marne, Sézannais, Vitryat and Côte des Bar — enriched with 42% reserve wines to ensure the consistency of the house style from one year to the next.

Ayala

About this house

Founded in 1860 by Edmond de Ayala in Aÿ, a Premier Cru village at the heart of Champagne, Maison Ayala built its pioneering reputation in the art of low-dosage champagnes — long before the extra-brut trend took hold in global markets.

Acquired in 2005 by the Bollinger group, it retains its creative independence under the direction of cellar master Caroline Latrive, who upholds a style defined by aromatic purity, precision and lightness of dosage.

Food pairing

The perfect pairing

Between the champagne and its dish
Aperitif

Aperitif

Its delicate effervescence and citrus freshness come into their own alongside light, flaky canapés.

Starter

Starter

The Chardonnay's acid tension cuts beautifully through the rich fattiness of salmon marinated with citrus and herbs.

Main course

Main course

The mineral elegance and freshness of the Brut Majeur pair with effortless precision alongside the delicacy of grilled fish.

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Verified reviews

Customer reviews of the “Brut Majeur” cuvée by Ayala

4.5/5 · 11 reviews

Marcel M.

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A lovely bottle

Chosen to celebrate some good news. Complex aromas and lovely vibrancy. Easy to order and secure payment. Just what we needed.

Delphine M.

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Stunning

A genuine desire to please, and they’ve succeeded. Elegant and refined – absolutely flawless. A serious and professional service. I highly recommend them.

Cécile T.

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Absolutely brilliant

Love at first sip. Just the right amount of dryness, never harsh. Perfect as a gift or a treat for yourself.

Sebastian S.

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Excellent

Presented in a lovely box. Notes of brioche and minerality abound. A pure delight – well done once again.

Alexandre S.

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Won over

I had high expectations. A full-bodied, well-balanced flavour – superb. The order was fulfilled without a single hitch. Top-notch from start to finish.

Adeline N.

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No complaints

Well done on this lovely bottle. It’s beautifully fresh and has a lovely length on the palate. My guests loved it.

Guillaume M.

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Top-class

I’ve been a loyal customer for several orders now. It’s well-rounded on the palate, with lovely structure. It really exceeded my expectations.

Mokia P.

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Very satisfied

Tasted it last night. Long-lasting bubbles and an expressive nose. It has become my go-to champagne.

Rémi H.

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Delicious

I was looking for a lovely champagne. Lively on the palate, full-bodied in the mid-palate. I’d give it 5 stars without a moment’s hesitation.

Jean H.

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Magnificent

I must say, I was really impressed by this vintage. Notes of dried fruit and honey – superb. The service was top-notch. In short, a place to remember.

Jérôme V.

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Very good

My first order, and certainly not my last. Fine, elegant bubbles – a real treat. Fast delivery and impeccable packaging. I’d recommend it without hesitation.