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The House of Ayala is a prestigious champagne house located in the Champagne region of France. Founded in 1860, it is renowned for its commitment to the quality and elegance of its champagnes. Established in 1860 by Edmond de Ayala, a Spanish nobleman, in Aÿ-Champagne, a village famous for its champagne production, the house quickly distinguished itself by its dedication to producing champagnes of exceptional quality, blending artisanal traditions with innovation. Ayala champagnes are primarily made from grapes sourced from the region's Grand Cru vineyards, with a particular focus on Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier. The house employs meticulous winemaking techniques, including fermentation in stainless steel tanks and extended aging on lees, which contribute to the complexity and finesse of its champagnes. Ayala is also known for its low dosage practices, meaning its champagnes generally have a lower sugar content, enhancing their freshness and minerality.
Chemin de Chalons is part of the Lieux-dits collection of Maison Jacques Selosse. It is a Champagne made from Chardonnay from the Village of Cramant, classified Grand Cru.
La Côte Faron is part of the Lieux-dits collection of Maison Jacques Selosse. It is a Blanc de Noirs Champagne (100% Pinot Noir) from the Village of Aÿ, classified Grand Cru. A great Cuvée of gastronomy with remarkable power, elegance and structure.
From the prestigious Palmer Collection, this Vintage 2000 showcases the noble character of a now beautifully mature harvest. After extended ageing on the lees, the nose unveils subtle notes of dried fruits, candied citrus, brioche and pastry accents, enhanced by a delicate oxidative patina. The palate is broad, harmonious and creamy, driven by fine bubbles and perfectly...
Agrapart 7 Crus is, as its name suggests, a blend of the Domaine's 7 crus: Avize, Oger and Cramant for the Grands Crus, Avenay val d´Or and Coligny for the 1er Crus and Vauciennes. This cuvée is the first wine in the Agrapart range.
Bruno Paillard Dosage Zéro is a selection from the first pressing of the three grape varieties and for the majority vinified in small oak barrels. The “reserve wines” account for half of the blend. The aging is extended well beyond the legal duration: 3 to 4 years in bottle "on the lees" followed by 6 months of rest after disgorging. Dosage: zero.
Cuvée Rubis is a Champagne in homage to greediness with a blend of 90% Pinot Noir (including 15% red wine) and 10% Chardonnay from Premier Cru vines in the village of Rilly-la-Montagne. The wines spend 10 months aging in oak barrels to bring power and complexity.
Solessence Nature is the prolonged aging of the Solessence cuvée and without dosage. Time has refined the work, the wine is expressed in its natural balance. Production limited to around 3,500 bottles per year.
Grand Cellier is a daring Champagne, all in elegance with a blend of 70% Chardonnay and 30% Pinot Noir from Premier Cru vines in the village of Rilly-la-Montagne. The wines spend 10 months aging in oak barrels to bring power and complexity.
Krug 2011 is the result of a contrasting and surprising year characterized by its chiseled roundness. The complex blend acquired its balance and finesse during the 13 years spent in aging cellars. An ample, generous and assertive Champagne.
Bruno Paillard Première Cuvée is a selection of first press exclusively from more than 30 the noblest terroirs of Champagne. A large proportion of reserve wines (25 vintages since 1985) are incorporated into the blend.