{"product_id":"armand-de-brignac-demi-sec-with-gift-box-nv","title":"Armand de Brignac Demi Sec NV (Gift Box)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinery Background and History\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eCreated by Champagne Cattier and relaunched in 2006, Armand de Brignac – better known as “Ace of Spades” – is a prestige multi‑vintage Champagne brand now co-owned by Jay‑Z and LVMH\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. The house balances modern luxury with deep-rooted tradition, sourcing fruit from approximately 30 ha family vineyards in Montagne de Reims and additional select Grand Cru and Premier Cru sites\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Every bottle is meticulously finished by hand, encased in the iconic metallic bottle and packed in an elegant gift box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer and Wine Maker\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eProduced by 11th and 12th generation Cattier winemakers Jean‑Jacques and Alexandre, and crafted by a team of 18 artisanal cellar hands, each cuvée prioritises prestige, complexity, and textural finesse. The Demi‑Sec debuted in 2015 to cater to sweeter palates while retaining the brand’s hallmark richness and depth\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVineyards and Micro Climate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis cuvée draws on a blend of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Meunier sourced from Montagne de Reims, Côte des Blancs and other premier parcels. Champagne’s chalk soils, temperate continental climate, and marked diurnal range promote bright acidity, minerality, and refined intensity ideal for ageing and dosage balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVinification \u0026amp; Aging Methods\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eMade from multi-vintages (e.g., 2009–2012), the first press fraction is used for all components. Primary fermentation takes place in French oak barrels. The wine is aged for nearly six years on lees in deep chalk cellars before dosage. With 33 g\/L sugar, the Demi‑Sec preserves balance via extended lees contact\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eLuxurious amber-gold color with fine mousse. On the nose: buttered brioche, English candy, compote fruits, caramel, quince, grapefruit\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. The palate is rich and opulent, delivering crystallized citrus, honey, wild blueberries, blackberry notes, and toasted brioche\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Vibrant acidity balances sweetness with a creamy, persistent finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood \u0026amp; Wine Pairing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eExceptional with foie gras, creamy cheeses, exotic fruits, lightly spiced curries, baked or poached desserts, crème brûlée, tarte Tatin and fruit-based pastries ().\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eService Methods and Temperatures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eServe chilled at 8–10 °C in a white-wine or tulip glass to highlight sweetness and aromatics. No decanting is necessary. Pour gently to preserve the delicate mousse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage and Aging Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eWhen stored at 10–12 °C with stable humidity, it can age gracefully for 10–15 years, developing richer honey, nut, and tertiary notes while retaining structural freshness ().\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape Varietals \u0026amp; percentage used\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e40 % Pinot Noir 40 % Chardonnay 20 % Pinot Meunier\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eABV (Alcohol by Volume)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e12.5 % ()\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScores\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDecanter (Christelle Guibert): 93\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Tasting Panel (Anthony Dias Blue): 92\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MHD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922321424598,"sku":null,"price":3120.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/ArmanddeBrignacDemiSecwithGiftBoxNV.png?v=1773668384","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/armand-de-brignac-demi-sec-with-gift-box-nv","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}