Description
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.
Grape Variety:
Pinot Noir (45%), Chardonnay (30%) and Pinot Meunier (25%).
The origin of the crus gives a good idea of the quality of the wines by their restrictive selection:
Pinot Noir: Aÿ, Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, Louvois, Bouzy, Tours-sur-Marne, Verzy, Rilly.
Chardonnay : Cramant, Mesnil-sur-Oger, Cuis, Vertus & Rilly.
Pinot Meunier : Venteuil, Cerseuil, St Martin d'Ablois, Chavot.
The Ayala-blend has an extremely high average rating of 93% on the "échelle des crus" scale. 80% of this cuvée is made out of the 2004 vintage; the remaining 20% are reserve wines (Pinot Noir and Chardonnay).
Ageing:
More than 2½ years on the lees
Rests in the cellar for 2 to 3 months after disgorgement
Technical Characteristics:
ABV - 12.5%
Dosage - 0 g/l (absolutely no sugar added!)
Pairing with food:
Ideal as an aperitif, it will pair perfectly with sea food, caviar, scallops, lobster, crab, salmon. Sushis and Asian food are also a very good pairing.
Cheeses: Soft and mouldy cheeses such as Boursault, Coulommiers, Chaource, Brie, Brillat-Savarin.
Desserts: Major parings include crumble with red berries or figs, almond paste, frangipane pastries such as the French "galette des rois".
History:
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Style: |
Zero Dosage |
Size: |
Standard Bottle 75cl |
