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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.
Gosset Celebris Rosé 2008 is only the 4th edition of Gosset Celebris Rosé in the last 25 years (1998, 2003 and 2007). This ultra confidential Cuvée was produced at only 15,000 bottles for the world.
The Cuvée l'Orage from Maison Moussé is a 100% extra-brut Chardonnay champagne, elaborated from the 2021 harvest, a particularly difficult year. Spring frosts reduced production by 40%, while storms led to a serious spread of late blight. In addition, hail affected half of the vineyard, so that 85% of the harvest was lost. Despite these challenges, a surge of solidarity was...
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.
A symbol of Maison Henriot’s refinement, the Cuvée des Enchanteleurs 1988 is an exceptional Champagne crafted exclusively from Grand Cru Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. After long ageing in cellar, this vintage reveals remarkable depth and complexity. The bouquet unfolds notes of dried fruits, candied citrus, honey, and toasted brioche, lifted by a refined minerality. On the...
Totally faithful to the signature of Rare Champagne, Rare Millésime 2008 guarantees unlimited potential for growth, youth and complexity. It delivers all the emotions of a pure and infinite spring.
Gosset Grande Réserve is the reflection of the know-how of the House, a selection of the best terroirs: Aÿ, Bouzy, Ambonnay, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Villers-Marmery… Vinification and traditional aging on lees to avoid any premature oxidation. No malolactic fermentation to ensure remarkable aging and preserve the fruity aromas of the wines.
Pierre Péters Grande Réserve is a blend of four parcels of the finest Côte des Blancs wines from the Domaine (Le Mesnil, Avize, Cramant, Oger), to which is added around 20% of the best Reserve Perpetual vats.
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.
Bruno Paillard Rosé Première Cuvée is created according to the rule of assembling Pinot Noir in its two forms:
- In White: pressed quickly, after rapid separation of the juices and the skins, the Pinot Noir musts are very clear and are vinified in white.
- In Red: by prolonged maceration of the juices on the...