Armand Brignac, Ace of Spades Brut Gold other_regions_italy There is no shortage of

There is no shortage of intensity

Then quite a welter of dry tannins

super-dry and austere finale is attenuated and even a bit short

Drink now-2020+ Tasted December 2008

all combining into an olfactory smorgasbord for the senses

Armand Brignac, Ace of Spades Brut Gold other_regions_italy There is no shortage ofBy 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