8 Wired Wild Feijoa (2020)

Name: 8 Wired Wild Feijoa (2020)
Brand: Beer
SKU: 6867aec61603dacd5f9abcfc
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.04 (225 reviews)

Fruit Lambic 6.7 º

8 Wired Brewing

This 2020 vintage Wild Specialty Beer showcases the distinctive character of New Zealand feijoas, fermented and aged to peak complexity in wine barrels. The aroma is an intense, perfume-like explosion of tropical pineapple, guava, and floral notes typical of the fruit, seamlessly integrated with the earthy, barnyard funk of a wild fermentation. On the palate, a sharp, cleansing lactic acidity carries flavors of lemon peel and white grape, leading into a bone-dry finish. The wine barrel aging provides a structured, tannic backbone and subtle oak nuances, rounding out a vibrant, highly effervescent, and sophisticated sour ale that highlights the brewery's expertise in wild fermentation.

Appearance. Deep gold to polished copper (6–9 SRM) with a slight, natural haze from the wild fermentation. The off-white head is initially moderately thick but dissipates somewhat quickly to a persistent ring, typical for aged sour ales.

Aroma. High intensity; the profile is dominated by the unique, pungent aroma of ripe feijoa, reminiscent of pineapple, guava, and floral mint. This is supported by a complex wild character featuring lemon zest, wet hay, and a distinct vinous, oaky quality from wine barrel aging.

Taste. Initial sharp lactic sourness that immediately gives way to layers of tropical fruit. The feijoa flavor is prominent but fermented dry, presenting as tart green fruit and floral esters rather than sugary sweetness. Mid-palate reveals subtle oak and dry white wine notes, ending in an exceptionally dry, crisp, and funky finish.

Mouthfeel. Medium-light body with a prickly, high carbonation that enhances the perception of acidity. A light tannic astringency from the wine barrels adds structure and a mouth-drying quality, while the alcohol provides a faint, well-integrated warmth.

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