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Armand de Brignac Ace of Spades Brut Gold other-sparkling A Dark 'n Stormy benefitsArmand de Brignac Ace of Spades Brut Gold is a multi vintage prestige Champagne bottled at 12. 5% ABV in a 750ml metallic gold bottle. Awarded 95 points by Decanter and the top finisher in a blind tasting of 1,000 Champagne brands conducted by FINE Champagne magazine in 2009, this cuve has earned serious critical recognition well beyond its striking packaging. Quick Facts: ABV: 12. 5% Origin: Champagne, France Multi Vintage Brut Producer: Cattier