Armand de Brignac
Ace of Spades Gold Brut Champagne
Montagne de Reims, Champagne, France
91/100. Expected more thickness and 'rap'. It is more than ok, nut that's it...
91/100. Expected more thickness and 'rap'. It is more than ok, nut that's it...
1 person found it helpfulJul 11th, 2014
Package is better than what's inside. Still a nice dry champagne but a little pricey.
Package is better than what's inside. Still a nice dry champagne but a little pricey.
Aug 2nd, 2014
It's an Ace of Spades kind of afternoon.
It's an Ace of Spades kind of afternoon.
Nov 28th, 2013
Armand de Brignac “Gold” Brut – NV
Champagne, France 🇫🇷
Overview
A prestige multi-vintage Champagne, composed of three distinct vintages sourced exclusively from estate-owned Grand Cru and Premier Cru parcels in Rilly-la-Montagne, Chigny-les-Roses, and Ludes. Blend composition; 40% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Noir, 20% Pinot Meunier.
Handcrafted in small batches, this cuvée exemplifies depth, polish, and harmony, a benchmark luxury Champagne that delivers substance beyond the spectacle. Dosage is kept discreet, allowing purity, texture, and natural vinosity to shine.
Aromas & Flavors
Golden apple, ripe pear, and baked quince lead the nose, followed by brioche, toasted hazelnut, almond cream, and hints of citrus oil. Subtle honeyed notes and chalky minerality add impressive aromatic layering.
Mouthfeel
Silky yet energetic. The mousse is fine and persistent, framing a palate that is both rich and precise. Chardonnay provides lift and elegance, Pinot Noir adds structure and depth, while Pinot Meunier rounds the mid-palate. Long, polished finish, lingering but never heavy or fatiguing.
Food Pairings
Caviar, lobster with beurre blanc, sashimi, truffled poultry, aged Comté, or simply on its own as a statement aperitif.
Verdict
A spectacular Champagne that justifies its prestige. Complex, impeccably balanced, and deeply satisfying, the Gold Brut delivers true luxury through craftsmanship and terroir, not excess.
Did You Know?
Armand de Brignac is produced by the Cattier family, whose Champagne lineage dates back to 1763. Unlike many prestige cuvées, the Gold Brut is crafted from 100% estate fruit, with each bottle riddled, disgorged, and finished by hand , a rarity at this scale.
🍷 Personal Pick Highlight
One of the most delicious Champagnes tasted recently, memorable and worth the investment.
Armand de Brignac “Gold” Brut – NV
Champagne, France 🇫🇷
Overview
A prestige multi-vintage Champagne, composed of three distinct vintages sourced exclusively from estate-owned Grand Cru and Premier Cru parcels in Rilly-la-Montagne, Chigny-les-Roses, and Ludes. Blend composition; 40% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Noir, 20% Pinot Meunier.
Handcrafted in small batches, this cuvée exemplifies depth, polish, and harmony, a benchmark luxury Champagne that delivers substance beyond the spectacle. Dosage is kept discreet, allowing purity, texture, and natural vinosity to shine.
Aromas & Flavors
Golden apple, ripe pear, and baked quince lead the nose, followed by brioche, toasted hazelnut, almond cream, and hints of citrus oil. Subtle honeyed notes and chalky minerality add impressive aromatic layering.
Mouthfeel
Silky yet energetic. The mousse is fine and persistent, framing a palate that is both rich and precise. Chardonnay provides lift and elegance, Pinot Noir adds structure and depth, while Pinot Meunier rounds the mid-palate. Long, polished finish, lingering but never heavy or fatiguing.
Food Pairings
Caviar, lobster with beurre blanc, sashimi, truffled poultry, aged Comté, or simply on its own as a statement aperitif.
Verdict
A spectacular Champagne that justifies its prestige. Complex, impeccably balanced, and deeply satisfying, the Gold Brut delivers true luxury through craftsmanship and terroir, not excess.
Did You Know?
Armand de Brignac is produced by the Cattier family, whose Champagne lineage dates back to 1763. Unlike many prestige cuvées, the Gold Brut is crafted from 100% estate fruit, with each bottle riddled, disgorged, and finished by hand , a rarity at this scale.
🍷 Personal Pick Highlight
One of the most delicious Champagnes tasted recently, memorable and worth the investment.
Lovely wine. Crisp apple, pear, lemon peel (on the nose), lemon pith (on the palate), white blossom, wet slate, toast, almond paste, and biscuit notes. Creamy. Very nice, and balanced, but have had better for less. Still happy to have tried this! 🤩
Lovely wine. Crisp apple, pear, lemon peel (on the nose), lemon pith (on the palate), white blossom, wet slate, toast, almond paste, and biscuit notes. Creamy. Very nice, and balanced, but have had better for less. Still happy to have tried this! 🤩
Feb 12th, 2023
Happy New Year, everyone!
This is a very generous and complex cuvée that offers subpar value but solid juice ✨🥂 Zesty citrus at the start with creamy nougat, roasted nuts, and mocha on the finish.
Happy New Year, everyone!
This is a very generous and complex cuvée that offers subpar value but solid juice ✨🥂 Zesty citrus at the start with creamy nougat, roasted nuts, and mocha on the finish.
Fruit-forward, detailed floral notes with a mineral, underground long finish. Dry, tight, fine bubbles.
Fruit-forward, detailed floral notes with a mineral, underground long finish. Dry, tight, fine bubbles.
Jan 26th, 2016