Ayala
Pale rosé robe with salmon-tinged highlights, fine and precise bubbles forming an even, persistent cordon. The nose is generous and open, offering wild strawberry, raspberry and vineyard peach, lifted by a delicate floral touch. The palate is fresh and structured, carried by the minerality of the…
THE CUVÉES OF MAISON AYALAThe expert verdict
The structure of this champagne
TASTING NOTES
Pale rosé robe with salmon-tinged highlights, fine and precise bubbles forming an even, persistent cordon. The nose is generous and open, offering wild strawberry, raspberry and vineyard peach, lifted by a delicate floral touch. The palate is fresh and structured, carried by the minerality of the Chardonnay and the generous fruit of Pinot Noir from Aÿ, with a lingering, elegant finish.
The composition
Terroirs
A blend of 24 exceptional crus drawn from multiple vintages, in which Chardonnay from the Côte des Blancs terroirs asserts its freshness and minerality. The red wine component comes exclusively from Pinot Noir sourced in Aÿ, a Grand Cru renowned for the generosity and depth of its fruit.
About this house
Founded in 1860 in Aÿ, Maison Ayala was a pioneer in the art of low dosage as far back as the nineteenth century, long before such a philosophy became fashionable. Today a member of the Bollinger group, the house cultivates a refined and precise style centred on purity of fruit and minerality.
Under the guidance of cellar master Caroline Latrive, Ayala practises a minimalist approach to winemaking: respect for the grape, minimal use of additives, and complex assemblages drawn from multiple crus and vintages. Chardonnay plays a central role — the hallmark of a house that favours freshness and elegance over power.
The perfect pairing
Aperitif
Sa finesse perlante et ses notes de fruits rouges frais en font un compagnon festif et sans effort pour une mise en bouche élégante.
Starter
L'acidité vive du Chardonnay tranche la matière grasse du saumon et épouse ses arômes frais avec précision.
Main course
L'alliance classique entre la minéralité d'un Chardonnay dominant et la délicatesse beurré-citronnée de la sole est une évidence gourmande.
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