White wine 

Champagne Ayala - Zéro Dosage Brut Nature

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WS  89
RVF  16
B&D  46
GM  17
 
The winery : Champagne Ayala & Co
Appellation: Champagne (Champagne, France)
Sparkling
Varietal(s): Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier, Pinot Noir
Price range :  50.00 - 74.99 €   
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About the winery

In 1750, Don Antonio de Ayala y Vergara, a Spanish aristocrat, was appointed Chancelor (Finance Minister) of New Grenada (now Colombia) by King Ferdinand VI of Spain. His son signs peace with Simon Bolivar. His grandson comes to France as the Consul of Colombia.

Then comes Edmond de Ayala (1831-1902), who is invited to Champagne by the Viscount of Mareuil to learn the business. He falls in love with the Viscount's niece, the beautiful Miss Gabrielle d'Albrecht.

As the dowry for their wedding in 1860, he receives the magnificent Château of Aÿ as well as some very prime vineyards located in Aÿ and Mareuil sur Aÿ.

This love story is also the beginning of a prestigious champagne house : Ayala develops rapidly in Great Britain thanks to Edmond's brother who was based in London.

In 1882, Ayala was one of the 18 founder members of the Syndicate of the Grandes Marques. Before the 2nd world war, Ayala was the supplier for the courts of Great Britain and Spain.

In 2005, Ayala is purchased by Société Jacques Bollinger, still owned by the Bollinger family.

Experts’ opinions

Wine Spectator
Dry, but not austere. In fact, it's almost creamy in texture, with toast, ginger and citrus peel flavors. Turns firmer on the finish, with a chalky feel. Drink now. 4,166 cases made.
Rating : 89

Professionals’ opinions

   Vinexus - Infinity of Wine Duitsland
Ayala has a unique wine in the Zéro Dosage : it is the Brut Majeur without any dosage ! The connoisseur will be able to appreciate the fruity notes and all the delicate aromas which are not masked by sugar. It is a real achievement to be able to offer such a wine, as only perfect wines can be presented pure in the natural state. Ayala’s Zéro Dosage is an amazing wine : round, soft, fresh, well-balanced. This makes it an ideal accompaniment for seafood appetizers, shellfish, sushi or caviar. It is also a wonderful aperitif Champagne and is perfect to finish the evening with or without a cigar. And the sugar-free element makes it the favourite Champagne for people who care about their diet .
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