Armand Brignac, Ace of Spades Brut Gold other_regions_australia En Seuvrey and Corvée Creunille)

En Seuvrey and Corvée Creunille)

The prominent tannins are quite firm but not hard and this finishes with good punch and a mouth coating

elegant and insinuating

I would opt for allowing for another 5-ish years of cellaring as this will allow for a bit more resolution of the supporting structure but not so much that the finish begins drying out

relatively powerful flavors that are balanced and harmonious

Armand Brignac, Ace of Spades Brut Gold other_regions_australia En Seuvrey and Corvée Creunille)By far the most voluminous of an admittedly modest range, quantity wise, this golden flagship is a blend of 2012, 2013 and 2014, relatively recently disgorged and dosed at 9 g l, the liqueur de tirage the only component which has been oak aged. Chardonnay and Pinot Noir share the honours, the balance of 20% made up by Pinot Meunier. Beyond the green gold hue and persistent mousse there is an impressive vanillin richness, hints of acacia and buttered