(92-95)/2017+

Needs some time to come out of its shell

sweet as a nut all the way through

Tasted in May 2021

vibrant and long

Armand Brignac, Ace of Spades Brut Gold Size:6x750ml (92-95)/2017+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