Ayala Vintage 1999 Jeroboam in Wood Box
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Tasting Notes:
A sumptuous, generous and full-bodied wine which can accompany the richest and most flavoursome dishes. Chardonnay adds the touch of elegance that characterizes a great Champagne.
As a major characteristic of the vintage, Pinot Noir shows a lot of strength and vinosity to which Chardonnay brings a nice touch of freshness. Some lovely well developed aromas of honey, acacia, toast and chestnut, very Pinot Noir. A very good structure of the wine, quite intense but definitely not heavy.
Superb bouquet and fabulous on the palate, this 1999 vintage is one of the best of the 1990’s.
Grape Variety:
Made nearly only with Grands Crus grapes (there are only 17 Grand Cru villages, rated 100%, out of the 326 crus in the Champagne region). Pinot noir accounts for 80% of the blend: Aÿ (cru 100%) and Mareuil-sur-Aÿ (cru 99%). It gives the wine its vinosity and strength. Chardonnay (20%) gives a superb touch of elegance and finesse. The crus are le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Cramant and Chouilly (one third each, all top Grands Crus rated 100%).
Technical Characteristics:
ABV - 12.5%
Dosage - 8.2 g/l
Ageing:
This wine has been aged for more than 6 years in cellars.
Pairing with food:
For a friendly aperitif or a special occasion, or to accompany a capon with mushrooms (morilles),
game birds, grilled or braised fish, fine cheeses. Ayala Vintage will also pair very well with scallops in sauce, foie gras or lamb.
History:
One of the original 26 Grand Marque Champagne Houses, Ayala has had a noble history since its inception in 1860 when Edmond de Ayala received the magnificent Chateau as the dowry for his wedding. Located in Aÿ, in the heart of the Montagne de Reims vineyards, Ayala naturally focuses on Grand Cru Pinot Noir for its Brut Majeur and its Vintage Brut. Ayala is a "small" house, the artisan of champagne-making.
