Brought back to greatness by Bollinger, the house of Ayala has thrived in recent years under the watchful eye of chief winemaker Caroline Latrive. Her passion for Chardonnay has led to the creation of a beguilingly pure, elegant and linear Champagne.

GRAPES; Pinot Noir/Meunier/Chardonnay

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.