Champagne Ayala is one of the longest-established champagne Houses; it has been based in Ay, at the heart of the great champagne vineyards, since it was founded in 1860. Independent and family-owned, it is still today the archetype of a great and historic House, producing top quality wines which are enjoyed throughout the world for their freshness and elegance.

Champagne Ayala has always been a small, independent and family-run business. After the Second World War the House went through a rather quiet period as its leaders occupied important positions in Champagne trade associations. In 2005 the Bollinger family bought this fine estate, with the intention of restoring it to its former glory. This was the start of a resurgence for Champagne Ayala, with complete restoration of winemaking facilities and the arrival of new staff, yet keeping the family spirit of its origins, and reinforce the pillars forming the Ayala style: pure expression of Chardonnay, unique diversity of crus, bespoke blend, reserve wines and low dosage.