Ayala champagne
The Ayala house was founded in 1860 in the commune of Aÿ by Edmond de Ayala, a great wine enthusiast. His brother, Fernand, moved to London where he became a close friend of the Prince of Wales, for whom the 1865 vintage was produced with a very low sugar content. The Ayala house thus became the official supplier to the British royal family. This vintage marked the beginning of a range of Nature champagnes with no added sugar. Today, the Ayala style is based on five pillars: the pure expression of Chardonnay, the unique diversity of the crus, tailor-made blending, reserve wines, and low dosage.
Ayala's prestige cuvée, La Perle d'Ayala, is a pure, straightforward and slightly silky champagne aged under cork. It expresses the personality of the house: straightforward, slender and without any heaviness. Ayala also offers wines that are superb value for money, notably the Brut Majeur, a fruity, well-balanced champagne with no acidity but a slight minerality, and the Brut Nature, a lively, chiseled, very elegant champagne with a touch of fruitiness and no added sugar.
Ayala Champagnes: A unique style
The Ayala style is distinguished by its purity and elegance, a characteristic that is particularly evident in the house's emblematic grape variety, Chardonnay. Founded in 1860 by Edmond de Ayala, the house has always focused on creating wines with low dosage, allowing the primary aromas of the grapes to express themselves fully.
The Ayala vineyard
Located in the heart of the Grands Crus of Champagne in Aÿ, the Ayala vineyard benefits from an exceptional diversity of crus. The house sources its grapes from the Côte des Blancs, the Montagne de Reims, the Vallée de la Marne, and other prestigious terroirs, thus guaranteeing the richness and complexity of its cuvées.
Winemaking at Ayala
Ayala uses cutting-edge winemaking techniques, including micro-vinification in individual stainless steel vats, which preserves the integrity and personality of each cru. The wines are then blended with great precision, a process based on artisanal expertise passed down from generation to generation.
The cellar master
Ayala's current cellar master, Julien Gout, is a true craftsman of wine. His expertise and passion for Chardonnay are evident in every bottle produced by the house. Under his leadership, Ayala continues to produce champagnes that reflect the purity and elegance of the house.
The family owners
Ayala is owned by the Bollinger family, a well-known name in the world of champagne. This association brings stability and a long-term vision to the house, while respecting the heritage and values of Edmond de Ayala.
The Ayala range
- Brut Majeur: A blend of over 70 crus, with 55% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Noir, and 15% Meunier. This champagne is distinguished by its freshness and balance.
- Brut Nature: With no dosage, this champagne reveals elegant precision and complexity, perfect for lovers of authentic champagnes.
- Rosé Majeur: Made mainly from Chardonnay, this elegant rosé is ideal with dishes such as salmon or red fruit tarts.
- Le Blanc de Blancs: 100% Chardonnay, this signature cuvée is a true expression of the purity and elegance of the grape variety.
- La Perle: Ayala's prestige cuvée, made only in the best years and aged longer for exceptional complexity and depth.
Ayala champagne prices
Ayala champagne prices vary depending on the cuvée and vintage. Brut Majeur is generally available from $40, while prestige cuvées such as La Perle can fetch higher prices, depending on the year and availability.
Sustainable commitment
Ayala is strongly committed to a sustainable approach, with projects focusing on organic viticulture, reducing energy consumption, and using recyclable packaging. The house strives to minimize its environmental impact while producing high-quality champagnes.
Ayala Champagnes: good to know
| 🔢 Available products count | 11 |
|---|---|
| 🎨 Colour | Rosé champagne, White champagne |
| 🍾 Format | Bottle, Magnum |
| ↕️ Dosage | Champagne brut, Champagne brut nature, Champagne extra brut |
| 🍇 Cépage | Pinot noir, Pinot meunier, Chardonnay, Pinot blanc, Petit meslier, Arbane |
| 📍 Terroirs | Montagne de reims, Cote des blancs, Vallée de la marne, Cote des bar, Cote de sezanne, Cramant |
| ⭐ Vintage | Non vintage champagne, Vintage 2016, Vintage 2015, Vintage 2018 |
| 📦 Packaging | Champagne in a box, Champagne in a gift box |
| 📏 Scale | Premier cru, Grand cru |
| 💡 Type de champagne | Blanc de blancs |