Ayala : Rose Majeur
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Guaranteed provenance
A fruity and delicate Rosé champagne
The estate
The Ayala Champagne House was founded in 1860 by Edmond de Ayala and his wife. For generations, the members of the Ayala family have been committed to producing greatly elegant champagnes that are appreciated beyond borders, notably across the Channel, where Ayala has been the official supplier for the British Crown. In 2005, the Ayala Champagne House was taken over by the family company Jacques Bollinger.
The wine
Ayala’s Brut Majeur comes from the best crus in Champagne and is the perfect expression of the house’s wonderfully delicate style.
Winemaking and ageing
This cuvée is subject to nearly 3 years of ageing on lees. Its dosage is 7g/l.
Blend
Chardonnay (50%)
Pinot Noir (40%), of which 6% is red wine
Pinot Meunier (10%).
Rosé Majeur by Ayala: Characteristics and tasting tips
Tasting
Colour
The wine is a delicate light pink.
Nose
The generous and expressive nose mixes fragrances of red fruit and vine peach.
Palate
The airy palate entices with its freshness, fruity notes (redcurrant, raspberry) as well as its fruity, persistent and full-bodied finish.
Food and wine pairings
Ayala’s Rosé Majeur blends harmoniously with a salmon fillet that is half-cooked on one side, lamb chops, or a red fruit tart.
Based on the 2015 vintage, the NV Rosé Majeur Brut spent two and a half years on the lees before disgorgement. Offering up charming aromas of ripe apples, red berries and crushed mint, it's full-bodied, broad and fleshy, with a youthfully ebullient mousse, ripe acids and a moderately intense finish. This rendition is a touch more sun-kissed and open-knit than the best examples, but it's a creditable effort.