Armand Brignac, Ace of Spades Brut Gold other_regions_australia The floral element comes back

The floral element comes back strong on the mineral-driven finish

A deft application of wood sets off ever- so-mildly exotic aromas of elegant and pure white and yellow orchard fruit

baked black berries and preserved plums with hints of licorice

elegant and insinuating

Armand Brignac, Ace of Spades Brut Gold other_regions_australia The floral element comes backBy 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