Champagne Ayala Collection N°16 Blanc de Blancs artisanal creation by Chef de Caves Julian Gout, from Maison Ayala in Aÿ, Champagne. This fourth opus in the “Collection Ayala” series blends 50 % Chardonnay with 50 % rare heritage grapes-Arbane, Petit Meslier, and Pinot Blanc-all from Grand and Premier Crus across the Côte des Blancs and Montagne de Reims. After six years on lees and finished with a delicate 5.4 g/L dosage, it pours bright with silvery hues. Aromas of mirabelle, candied lemon peel, white grapefruit, acacia honey, and hazelnut lead to a palate of yuzu, apricot, eucalyptus, silky texture, saline length and vibrant freshness Champagne Ayala+1vintus.com. Awarded 95 points by Wine Enthusiast, this rare magnum-worthy cuvée is a sublime, chiselled expression of terroir and elegance.