40% chardonnay, 40% pinot, 20% meunier; 100 ferments from 60 villages; 25% reserves from the two years prior; full malolactic fermentation; aged 3 years on lees; 7g/L dosage; 84,000 bottles
True to its aspiration of elegance, this is a clean and fresh Ayala bathed in white fruits of apple, pear and grapefruit, accented with the brioche and biscuity complexity of three years lees age. It culminates in a finish defined by the focused elegance of chardonnay, with a little bitter almond firmness from dry extract lending a touch of grip. Dosage is well integrated, making for a fresh and lively apéritif style, showcasing the fine, salty chalk minerality of the Côte des Blancs.