Cuvée Perle D'Ayala
2006
Champagne AYALA is one of the longest-established champagne Houses; it has been based in Aÿ, at the heart of the great champagne vineyards, since it was founded over 150 years ago. Independent and family-owned, it is still today the archetype of a great and historic House, producing top quality wines which are enjoyed throughout the world for their freshness and elegance. Edmond de Ayala, founder of the House in 1860, came from a family that had always aspired to go one step further. His...
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Fruit for this Champagne was selected from 100% Grand Crus villages, including Chouilly, Aÿ and Le Mesnil-sur-Oger. Ayala encourages the use of organic techniques in the vineyards.
Using traditional winemaking techniques, Cuvée Perle d’Ayala aged 9 years on its lees in cellar after disgorgement under cork in order to allow for controlled oxidation and development of complex aromas and flavors.
A nutty complexity that is balanced by a wonderful perfume of peach, lemon and lime aromas. The palate expresses rich pastry notes and a full, round finish.
A chardonnay dominant cuvée (80 per cent) that has rested on lees for more than eight years. It delivers attractive, nutty complexity with an array of peach, lemon and lime aromas. The palate has attractive, pastry-like flavors with lime curd and a fleshy, smooth finish.
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