À tue-tête Rouge

Name: À tue-tête Rouge
Brand: Beer
SKU: 61e676ec1603daea89383be6
Rating: 4.15 (113 reviews)

Fruit Lambic 7.6 º

À tue-tête

This Wild Specialty Beer presents a sophisticated marriage of a robust dark ale base and the vibrant tang of macerated berries. Aged in oak barrels, it reveals a complex layering of woody tannins and vinous fruit character. The 7.6% ABV provides a sturdy backbone for the sharp, lactic acidity and the rustic funk typical of a mixed-fermentation process. Deeply hued with a crimson-to-purple shimmer, it balances the rich, toasty undertones of dark malts with a bone-dry, effervescent finish. The influence of the wood is integrated, offering structural depth rather than overt oakiness, while the berry profile remains the primary sensory driver.

Appearance. Deep mahogany to dark ruby with a distinctive purple tint from the berry addition; slightly hazy. The head is a pink-tinged tan with moderate persistence and light lacing.

Aroma. High intensity aromatics of fresh red and black berries, complemented by sharp lactic tartness and earthy wild yeast funk (leather, farmhouse). Subtle oak notes of vanilla and toasted wood merge with a faint cocoa malt background.

Taste. Initial sharp berry tartness and bright acidity lead into a complex mid-palate of dried dark fruits and toasted malt. The fruit sugars are fully fermented, resulting in a bone-dry profile. Oak tannins provide a structured, vinous finish with lingering notes of wild yeast funk and very low hop bitterness.

Mouthfeel. Medium-light body with high, prickly carbonation that enhances the perceived acidity. A light tannic astringency from the wood and berry skins provides a drying sensation, accompanied by a soft, well-integrated alcohol warmth.

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