N°7 Brut 2007

The N°7 Brut 2007 belongs to the Ayala Collection, in which the house releases vintages in small quantities only once they have reached their peak. The cuvée brings together seven grands crus: five from the Côte des Blancs and two from the Montagne de Reims. Two thirds Chardonnay meet one third Pinot Noir. Every bottle was riddled and disgorged by hand, the dosage is a low 6 g/l, and eleven years of cellar ageing have shaped the wine.

In the glass, fine bubbles appear. The nose is powerful yet delicate, with mirabelle plum, apricot and honey. On the palate the champagne is silky, creamy and generous, with salty and minty notes and a long finish. Serve it at 10 to 12 °C in a wide white wine glass so the aromas can unfold. It pairs well with pan-fried lobster in salted butter, veal medallion in cream or an Comté aged 18 months. The bottle comes in an original gift box.