Ayala Brut Nature (Zero Dosage) NV Magnum (1.5Ltr)

The connoisseur will be able to appreciate the fruity notes and all the delicate aromas which are not masked by sugar. It is a real achievement to be able to offer such a wine, as only perfect wines can be presented pure in the natural state.

Grape Variety:

Pinot Noir (45%), Chardonnay (30%) and Pinot Meunier (25%).

The origin of the crus gives a good idea of the quality of the wines by their restrictive selection:

Pinot Noir: Aÿ, Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, Louvois, Bouzy, Tours-sur-Marne, Verzy, Rilly.

Chardonnay : Cramant, Mesnil-sur-Oger, Cuis, Vertus & Rilly.

Pinot Meunier : Venteuil, Cerseuil, St Martin d'Ablois, Chavot.

The Ayala-blend has an extremely high average rating of 93% on the "échelle des crus" scale. 80% of this cuvée is made out of the 2004 vintage; the remaining 20% are reserve wines (Pinot Noir and Chardonnay).

Ageing:

More than 2½  years on the lees
Rests in the cellar for 2 to 3 months after disgorgement

Technical Characteristics:

ABV - 12.5%

Dosage - 0 g/l (absolutely no sugar added!)

Pairing with food:

Ideal as an aperitif, it will pair perfectly with sea food, caviar, scallops, lobster, crab, salmon. Sushis and Asian food are also a very good pairing.

Cheeses: Soft and mouldy cheeses such as Boursault, Coulommiers, Chaource, Brie, Brillat-Savarin.

Desserts: Major parings include crumble with red berries or figs, almond paste, frangipane pastries such as the French "galette des rois".

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