How To Say Ayala

A Quick Overview Of How To Say Ayala

Ayala is a champagne house particularly know for its dry (brut) champagne. Ayala prides itself on using a very low, or no dosage at all. Dosage is a step in champagne making where sugar is added.

Ayala was founded in 1860. The name is Spanish in origin: the house is named after its founder, Edmond de Ayala who was the son of a Colombian diplomat. He received the vineyards and Château Äy as dowry for his marriage to the Vicomte de Mareuil's niece, and went on to create this historic brand of champagne with them.

Ayala was sold to Bollinger in 2005, but still adheres to their values. The house prides itself on its small but high quality production which yields champagnes of 'amazing  freshness, purity and harmony'. Their website can be found here.