Ayala : Brut Majeur

The purity and elegance of a Brut Champagne by Ayala

The estate

In 1855, Edmond de Ayala traveled to Champagne and, in 1860 with his wife, founded the Champagne Ayala House. Remaining family-owned, the Ayala House places passion and quality at the heart of its ambitions, aiming to craft champagnes that are pure, elegant, and refined. Ayala’s cuvées are enjoyed naturally, with no added dosage. Ayala was the official supplier to the English Crown. In 2005, Ayala was acquired by the family company Jacques Bollinger.

The wine

The Brut Majeur cuvée by Ayala is crafted from over 70 crus of Champagne, including 6 of the House’s great terroirs (Côte des Blancs, Montagne de Reims, Vallée de la Marne, Sézannais, Vitryat, Côte des Bar).

Winemaking and aging

Each cru, each grape variety, and each vintage are vinified separately in one of the estate’s 120 vats to preserve their integrity and unique aromatic richness. Ayala’s Brut Majeur undergoes aging on lees in the cellar for an average of 3 years. Its dosage is 6 g/liter.

Blend

Chardonnay (55%)
Pinot Noir (30%)
Pinot Meunier (15%).

Characteristics and tasting advice for Brut Majeur by Ayala

Tasting

Appearance
The wine displays a beautiful pale gold color. The bubbles are fine and persistent.

Nose
Expressive and delicate, the nose reveals fragrances of citrus, flowers, and white-fleshed fruit.

Palate
Fresh and beautifully vinous, the palate charms with its precision, fruitiness, length, and balance.

Food and wine pairings

Ideal as an aperitif, Brut Majeur by Ayala pairs beautifully with white fish, shellfish, poultry, or a cheese platter.