In the singular realm of great Blancs de Blancs, the Champagne Ayala A/18 Blanc de Blancs 2018 delivers a composition of clarity and precision. Vintage, Extra Brut and made exclusively from Chardonnay, it summons the crystalline elegance of top gastronomic cuvées. Its effervescence, almost musical in its finesse, unfolds an airy texture that reveals a core of luminous fruit supported by a chiselled freshness. Aimed at connoisseurs seeking unadorned expressiveness, this Champagne showcases the purity and momentum of a king grape in Champagne. It excels as an aperitif, enhances marine pairings and suits both grand tables and the most precious celebrations. Behind its streamlined silhouette lies an aromatic architecture of great accuracy, where mineral tension, fruit sap and the delicate indulgence of élevage respond to each other with restraint. An exceptional creation that transcends the ordinary to reveal the French art of living—measured yet intense, brilliant and profound.

Assemblage et vinification

This Champagne is a Blanc de Blancs produced exclusively from Chardonnay of the 2018 harvest. The Extra Brut approach, with a sparing dosage, highlights the grape's upright character and the vintage's clarity. Vinified with artisanal care, it prioritises the truest expression of fruit and terroir, without artifice. Extended ageing on lees in the cellar refines the texture, brings a subtle chalky grain and weaves the delicate mousse that defines great table Champagnes. The disgorgement liqueur, conceived as a discreet punctuation, lets the wine's freshness, energy and natural balance speak. The result is a cuvée of remarkable composure, built for gastronomy and contemplative tasting.

Notes de dégustation

• Appearance : Sparkling pale gold edged with a very fine, regular effervescence. Clarity and liveliness announce a pure reading of Chardonnay, between radiance and delicacy.
• Nose : Initial aromas of lemon zest, bergamot and acacia blossom, soon joined by nuances of fresh almond, damp chalk and brioche crumb. With aeration, hints of crisp pear, linden and a restrained pastry caress, always precise and poised.
• Palate : A lively, upright attack with perfectly controlled salivating tension. The mousse is creamy without weight and carries a straightforward fruit, stretching to a long, saline and crystalline finish where citrus, almond and a very digestible chalky note return.

Température de service et conseils

Serve between 10-12°C in tulip glasses to favour the expression of the bouquet and the grace of the bubbles. Allow the wine a few minutes in the glass to open up so the palate gains breadth and complexity. Store bottles lying down, away from light and temperature fluctuations. This cuvée can be enjoyed now for its radiant purity and may evolve in the cellar, gaining tertiary complexity while retaining its line. Adjust service timing to the rhythm of the meal, as this Blanc de Blancs finds its best showcase in gastronomy.

Accords mets et vin

• Aperitifs : fine oysters, caviar, sea bream sashimi, lightly zested citrus tartlet.
• Starters : scallop carpaccio, delicate ceviche, white asparagus with a light mousseline, sea bass tartare with citrus.
• Main courses : sole meunière, turbot with lemon butter, free-range poultry with a light lemon sauce, herb risotto.
• Cheeses : fresh goat cheese, young comté, lightly aged parmesan, mild low-salt tomme.
• Desserts : lightly sweetened lemon tart, almond shortbread, citrus pavlova, yuzu granita.

Moments de dégustation

The Ayala A/18 Blanc de Blancs 2018 is the ideal companion:

• To celebrate a unique event with brilliance and restraint, in an aesthetic of purity.
• At a gourmet dinner where balance and precision guide every pairing.
• As an exceptional gift for a Chardonnay lover who appreciates well-structured cuvées.

Caractéristiques

• Name : Ayala, A/18 Blanc de Blancs 2018
• Appellation : Champagne AOC
• Type : Blanc de Blancs, Extra Brut
• Vintage : 2018
• Grape variety : Chardonnay (100%)
• Alcohol : 12%
• Ageing : long lees ageing in cellar
• Volume : 75 cl
• Cellaring : ready to drink, can develop for a few years depending on cellar conditions
• Serving temperature : 10-12°C