Ayala Blanc De Blancs En étui Ayala, 2018

Ayala Blanc de Blancs 2018 is a refined vintage Champagne made exclusively from Chardonnay, presented in an elegant gift case. It combines the freshness and precision associated with Ayala with the character of a distinguished vintage, offering a polished expression of Champagne’s celebrated white-grape style.

Tasting Notes
Bright golden in appearance, with a fine, persistent mousse. The nose opens with aromas of citrus, white flowers and orchard fruit, complemented by delicate pastry and mineral nuances from bottle ageing. On the palate, it is fresh and precise, with flavours of lemon, green apple and pear balanced by creamy texture and a refined, chalky finish. The 2018 vintage brings generous fruit and excellent concentration while retaining the lively acidity expected from a Blanc de Blancs. It is enjoyable now, but can develop further complexity with careful cellaring over the next several years.

Production
Produced in Champagne’s chalk-rich terroir, where Chardonnay thrives and develops freshness, elegance and mineral character. As a vintage Blanc de Blancs, it is made solely from Chardonnay grapes harvested in the 2018 growing season and crafted according to the traditional Champagne method, including a second fermentation in bottle and extended ageing on the lees. Further details on the precise vineyard sources and vinification are not provided.

Food & Serving
Serve well chilled at approximately 8–10°C in a tulip-shaped Champagne glass to preserve both its aromas and fine bubbles. Decanting is not generally necessary, although allowing the Champagne a few minutes in the glass can reveal greater aromatic depth. Its freshness and creamy texture pair beautifully with oysters, scallops, sushi, grilled fish, shellfish, poultry and mild, soft-ripened cheeses.

Producer
Founded in Aÿ in 1860, Ayala is one of Champagne’s historic houses and is known for producing elegant, fresh and balanced Champagnes. The house has long been associated with Chardonnay-led cuvées and a restrained style that places emphasis on purity and finesse. Ayala remains an important name in the Aÿ and wider Champagne region, with a reputation for carefully crafted wines suited to both aperitif and gastronomic occasions.

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