2018 is the first vintage release from the relaunched Ayala Blanc de Blanc champagne. A 100% chardonnay blend from the Grands and Premiers Crus, both the Cote des Blancs and the Montagne de Reims.

Ayala Le Blanc De Blancs Champagne 2018 dazzles with its bright, pale gold colour. Fine, persistent bubbles, indicating its meticulous production and high quality

The nose is vibrant and expressive, featuring aromas of lemon zest, white flowers, and a hint of minerality. Subtle notes of brioche and almond add complexity to the bouquet

On the palate, this luxury champagne is crisp and elegant, with flavours of fresh citrus, green apple, and a touch of honey. Its lively acidity and creamy texture lead to a long, refreshing finish, making it a delightful choice for any occasion

For many years now, the Champagne AYALA team has been exploring Chardonnay’s potential in the light of global warming. The Chardonnay grape is more capable of adapting to climate variation and warmer temperatures. The last few years have all provided ideal growing conditions for Chardonnay, naturally preserving acidity and freshness until harvest while also proving less vulnerable to disease, ensuring pure, elegant champagnes after cellar ageing.

As the most featured grape variety in Champagne AYALA’s blends and the foundation of the pure and balanced style of the Maison, Chardonnay is the essence of the brand ambition embodying the excellence and expertise of this grape variety in Champagne. Therefore, Maison AYALA makes Le Blanc de Blancs its signature champagne and introduces A/18, a unique expression of this cuvée.

Champagne Ayala is one of the longest-established champagne Houses; Independent and family-owned it has been based in Aÿ, at the heart of the great champagne vineyards, since it was founded over 150 years ago. After the Second World War the House went through a rather quiet period as its leaders occupied important positions in Champagne trade associations. In 2005 the Bollinger family bought this fine estate, with the intention of restoring it to its former glory. This was the start of a resurgence for Champagne Ayala, with complete restoration of winemaking facilities and the arrival of new staff. The House employs today about 15 people, keeping the family spirit of its origins.

This new 100% Chardonnay blend from the Grands and Premiers Crus captures the purity of chalk from both the Côte des Blancs and the Montagne de Reims, from the 2018 vintage.

This first vintage edition of A/18 blends 6 complementary crus selected from the 22 of Chardonnay that came into our winery during the 2018 harvest: Chouilly, Cramant, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Oger, Bisseuil and Cuis.

Over six years ageing in the cellar brings some of the aromatic complexity and creamy texture that AYALA Le Blanc de Blancs is known for. The Extra-Brut dosage, a t 5g/l, makes this a champagne of outstanding purity and freshness.

Perfect with elegant, simple cuisine focussed around quality ingredients without adornment, echoing the outstanding purity of this wine. Its vivacious character makes it an excellent aperitif, but it would also go exceptionally well with starters or fish dishes such as scallop carpaccio, citrussy sea bass tartare, or oysters.