
Armand de Brignac : Blanc de Blancs Silver
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Description
The elegance, complexity, and power of a Blanc de Blancs Champagne
The estate
Heirs to 250 years of winemaking history, Jean-Jacques Cattier and his son, Alexandre, are the craftsmen behind the cuvées of the Champagne House Armand de Brignac. Designed by André Courrèges, the estate's cuvée bottles stand out for their bold design, remarkable proportions, and the iconic Ace of Spades engraved on a French pewter label.
Each day, only about twenty bottles are meticulously handcrafted, reflecting the estate’s artisanal approach.
The vineyard
Armand de Brignac cuvées are crafted from HVE 3 certified vineyards located on prestigious Champagne crus.
The wine
In keeping with the old blending tradition in Champagne, this cuvée, produced since 2008, brings together three vintages (2009, 2010, and 2012).
Sourced from vineyards in the Côte des Blancs and Montagne de Reims, this modern luxury champagne is housed in an opaque bottle coated with a layer of metal. The bottle is adorned with a French pewter label, meticulously applied by hand, showcasing the “Ace of Spades,” the brand’s iconic symbol.
The dosage for this champagne is 8 grams per liter.
Vinification and aging
Manual harvest. Only the Cuvée is kept to craft this champagne, developing a smooth texture and balanced acidity. During disgorgement, the addition of a liqueur de tirage made from the finest base wine of the harvest, aged for 1 year in French oak barrels, imparts a delicious complexity with pastry, toasted, and vanilla notes.
Blend
Chardonnay (100%).
Characteristics and tasting advice for Armand de Brignac Blanc de Blancs Silver
Tasting
Appearance
The color is a beautiful pale gold.
Nose
The nose combines fruity fragrances (ripe pear) with delicious notes of roasted hazelnuts and pastry, reminiscent of gingerbread.
Palate
The palate delights with fruity (redcurrant, guava, peach) and spicy aromas, supported by a suave minerality.
Food and wine pairings
This magnificent champagne with perfect acidity will pair beautifully with sashimi, sushi, shellfish carpaccio, grilled sea bass, or a delicate cheese.
Cellaring
Approachable from today, Armand de Brignac Blanc de Blancs Silver can be cellared until around 2036.
