Armand Brignac, Ace of Spades Brut Gold Size:6x750ml I feel that it has

I feel that it has decayed a little since my last note in 2010

This is made up of 78% Cabernet from Agrelo and Uco

load up on one of the finest recent vintages from the estate

Here too the nose is quite cool and restrained with its similar aromas of essence of red cherry

Armand Brignac, Ace of Spades Brut Gold Size:6x750ml I feel that it hasBy 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