The winery
Ayala
Champagne house from Aÿ (Champagne, France) is known for a dry, clean style with a strong Chardonnay component; its range includes Brut Majeur, Le Blanc de Blancs, Brut Nature and Rosé Majeur.
- Champagne · Francia
- Since 1860
- 19 products
The story
Founded by Edmond de Ayala in the 19th century, the house gained recognition for its low-dosage style and its presence in Great Britain. During the 20th century it changed ownership several times and, after a relaunch, was acquired by a group connected to Bollinger in 2005, with subsequent investments and modernisation of its facilities.
Production philosophy
In search of purity and balance: compositions centered on Chardonnay, low dosage and extended ageing on the lees. Work on single crus with micro-vinifications and the use of reserve wines to preserve continuity and finesse.
Terroir and vineyards
Works with a wide palette of Champagne crus, combining estate-grown grapes and fruit supplied by growers. Declared estate holdings include around 20 hectares distributed across the Montagne de Reims, the Côte des Blancs and other parcels in the Vallée de la Marne; the house is undergoing conversion toward more sustainable practices.
Awards and recognition
Royal Warrant and historic participation as a founding member of the Syndicat des Grandes Marques.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Chardonnay
- Pinot Noir
- Pinot Meunier
- Hectares
- 20.0
What makes it distinctive
- A style focused on Chardonnay and minimal dosage.
- Wide range of crus
- Own declared vineyards in Aÿ, Dizy, Chouilly, Oger and others.
- Acquired by the Bollinger group in 2005 and subsequently relaunched.
- Signature cuvées: Brut Majeur, Le Blanc de Blancs, Brut Nature, Rosé Majeur
