780. Domaine Zind-Humbrecht, Pinot Gris Rotenberg, 2011 
779. Domaine Huet, Vouvray Clos du Bourg Sec, 2012 
778. Domaine des Forges, La Roche aux Moines Savennières, 2012 
777. Selbach-Oster, Bernkasteler Badstube Riesling Spätlese Mosel, 2011 
776. Prager, Wachstum Bodenstein Riesling Smaragd Wachau, 2011 
775. Kumeu River, Estate Chardonnay, 2010 
£21.99; 12%
Having had some indifferent experiences with Ayala in the past, it was interesting to hear of the quality improvements under Bollinger, so I got this for our Saturday evening, pre-dinner Booker reception. And this showed very well. A good, tidy, elegant NV that was pretty good value. Pale lemon-yellow, with a fine, persistent bead. Medium intensity, quite delicate nose of cream, some fresh bread, toast and citrus hints. Subtle. The palate was very well integrated – no jagged acidity, but instead a good balance with the dosage and flavour. Fresh, fine and quite delicate. Lemon, light, blanched almond and fresh butter hints. Delicate mousse.
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