Armand de Brignac Ace of Spades Blanc de Noirs

Product Description

Armand de Brignac Blanc de Noirs: A Rare Champagne for a Rare Occasion

Armand de Brignac, universally known as "Ace of Spades," was crafted at the historic Champagne house of Cattier in Chigny-les-Roses, France, and rose to global cultural prominence after entrepreneur and artist Jay-Z became a partner in the brand. Blanc de Noirs is one of the most exclusive expressions to ever carry the Ace of Spades name, representing less than 1% of the House's total production and standing as the most limited cuvée in the entire range.

Crafted entirely from 100% Pinot Noir sourced from Premier and Grand Cru villages in the Montagne de Reims, including Chigny-les-Roses, Verzenay, and Verzy, this multi-vintage prestige cuvée showcases the true power, structure, and depth Pinot Noir alone can bring to Champagne, all while carrying the refined elegance the Ace of Spades name is known for. Each release carries its own numbered "Assemblage," updated with new vintage components as prior releases sell through, with individual bottles inscribed with both a unique number and disgorgement date, a genuine mark of rarity rather than a marketing gesture. That craftsmanship has earned real critical acclaim, Decanter Magazine awarded a recent Blanc de Noirs release an extraordinary 96 points, among the highest scores given to any wine carrying the Ace of Spades name.

Presented in the brand's striking gunmetal-grey metallized bottle with the Ace of Spades emblem in contrast finish, hand-finished with genuine French pewter labels, Blanc de Noirs is a true connoisseur's Champagne, built for life's most significant celebrations rather than an everyday pour.

Tasting Notes

Appearance: Pale gold to white-gold, with fine, elegant bubbles and a persistent mousse.

Nose: Intense and complex, with blackberry, fig, plum, maraschino cherry, black cherry, wild strawberry, and orange blossom, layered with sweet pastry and a hint of smoky minerality.

Palate: Full-bodied and gourmet, with flinty minerality, comfit orange, plum, mango, and white peach, more structured than a Chardonnay-based Blanc de Blancs.

Finish: Exceptionally long and complex, with licorice, honey, nutmeg, and a lingering note of mint and red fruit.

Food Pairings

Armand de Brignac Blanc de Noirs pairs exceptionally well with caviar or full-flavored fish like sweet, buttery halibut or sea bass, as well as Manchego and Parmesan cheeses, dishes worthy of a genuinely rare Champagne.

Serving Suggestions

Serve Armand de Brignac Blanc de Noirs well chilled in a white wine glass or tulip flute, allowed a few minutes to open before the first sip to fully reveal its layered fruit and mineral complexity.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Blanc de Noirs Champagne? It's a white Champagne made entirely from black-skinned grapes, in this case 100% Pinot Noir, with the skins removed quickly after pressing to preserve a pale color while retaining the grape's full structure and depth.

Why does the "Assemblage" number matter? Each Assemblage refers to a specific numbered release in the ongoing Blanc de Noirs series, reflecting the exact vintage components chosen for that particular batch rather than a single vintage-dated wine.

How rare is this release? Genuinely rare. Certain Blanc de Noirs releases have been limited to just over 7,000 individually numbered bottles worldwide, representing less than 1% of Armand de Brignac's total production.

What is the alcohol content? 12.5% ABV.

Has this Champagne won any awards? Yes. Decanter Magazine awarded a recent Blanc de Noirs release 96 points, among the highest scores ever given to an Ace of Spades cuvée.

How should I serve it? Well chilled, in a white wine glass or tulip flute, given a few minutes to open before the first sip.

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