Ayala Brut Majeur Champagne 750ml

"Elegant French Champagne with fine bubbles, fresh citrus, delicate florals and a crisp, dry finish."

Ayala Brut Majeur is one of those Champagnes that deserves a little more attention. Produced by a historic Champagne house in Aÿ, it's a beautifully balanced blend with Chardonnay taking the lead, giving it lovely freshness, finesse and a delicate fruit character.

There's plenty to enjoy here, from fresh lemon and crisp apple to subtle floral notes and a gentle touch of brioche. It's refined without being overly delicate, with fine bubbles and just enough richness to make every glass interesting.

If you're looking for a quality French Champagne that offers something a little different from the familiar big names, Ayala is well worth discovering. An excellent choice for celebrations, entertaining or simply enjoying a really good glass of Champagne.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Fresh lemon, green apple and white peach, with delicate floral notes and a hint of brioche.

Palate: Bright citrus and crisp orchard fruit, complemented by fine, elegant bubbles and a gentle creamy texture. Fresh acidity and subtle mineral notes provide lovely balance.

Finish: Long, clean and dry, with lingering citrus, white flowers and a delicate chalky character.

Serving Suggestions

Ayala Brut Majeur is a lovely Champagne to open before a meal, particularly with freshly shucked oysters, smoked salmon, grilled prawns or delicate seafood canapés.

It's also excellent alongside roast chicken, seared scallops, sushi or a selection of soft cheeses.

And of course, there's nothing wrong with enjoying a glass on its own when there's something worth celebrating.

About The Champagne House

Champagne Ayala was established in 1860 by Edmond de Ayala in the historic village of Aÿ, one of Champagne's most celebrated winegrowing areas.

The house has long been recognised for its elegant, Chardonnay focused Champagnes, favouring freshness, purity and balance over heavier, richer styles.

Today, Ayala is part of the Bollinger family of Champagne houses, although it maintains its own distinctive identity and approach.

Brut Majeur is the signature Champagne of the house, bringing together wines from approximately 70 different vineyard sites across the Champagne region.

Chardonnay makes up the majority of the blend, contributing freshness and elegance, while Pinot Noir adds structure and Pinot Meunier brings fruit and roundness.

With extended ageing and a relatively low dosage, Brut Majeur delivers a particularly refined style of non vintage Champagne.

Cellaring Potential

Ayala Brut Majeur is ready to enjoy on release, with its fresh citrus flavours, delicate bubbles and balanced character already beautifully developed.

It can also be kept for another three to five years under suitable conditions, gradually developing more toasted, nutty and savoury complexity.

For those who enjoy Champagne at its freshest, there's no need to wait.

Details

Producer: Champagne Ayala
Wine: Brut Majeur Champagne
Vintage: Non Vintage
Variety: Chardonnay 55%, Pinot Noir 30%, Pinot Meunier 15%
Region: Champagne
Country: France
Bottle Size: 750ml
ABV: 12%
Wine Body: Light to Medium Bodied
Wine Sweetness: Brut, Dry
Wine Style: Elegant, Crisp & Refined French Champagne
Dosage: 6g/L
Ageing: Approximately 3 Years on Lees