Armand Brignac, Ace of Spades Brut Gold other_regions_australia I would opt for allowing

I would opt for allowing for another 5-ish years of cellaring as this will allow for a bit more resolution of the supporting structure but not so much that the finish begins drying out

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

baked black berries and preserved plums with hints of licorice

elegant and insinuating

this cool growing site north of Montalcino village performs very nicely in the hot vintages such as this

Armand Brignac, Ace of Spades Brut Gold other_regions_australia I would opt for allowingBy 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