Armand Brignac, Ace of Spades Brut Gold other_regions_australia The prominent tannins are quite

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

cherry-cola and smoky Indian spices

with the result that the wine is not at all overly oaky

En Seuvrey and Corvée Creunille)

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

Armand Brignac, Ace of Spades Brut Gold other_regions_australia The prominent tannins are quiteBy 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