This elegant Saison presents a rustic, farmhouse-driven profile shaped by the delicate addition of spent black raspberries and cherries. The fruit provides a nuanced tartness and earthy berry notes rather than overt sweetness, harmonizing with the spicy, peppery fermentation character. Blending with Noble: Oak Aged components introduces a refined structure of soft tannins and a hint of weathered wood. The base offers a grainy, cracker-like malt backbone that remains remarkably dry. With high carbonation and a crisp, effervescent mouthfeel, it finishes with a lingering floral quality and a touch of tart fruit skin.
Appearance.Luminous pale ruby with a hazy, pinkish-orange glow. Topped by a dense, rocky, off-white to pale pink head that shows excellent retention and fine Belgian lacing.
Aroma.Moderate-high intensity featuring a complex blend of tart black raspberry, cherry skin, and floral hop character. The yeast contributes cracked black pepper and lemon zest, while the oak aging adds a soft earthy vanilla and dry woodiness over a light, grainy malt base.
Taste.Initial impression is bone-dry and tart. Flavors of underripe raspberry and cherry pit are balanced by a rustic, grainy malt backbone. Hop bitterness is medium-low but accentuated by a peppery yeast profile and subtle oak tannins. The finish is exceptionally dry, clean, and lingering with a touch of mineral and fruit skin.
Mouthfeel.Medium-light body with very high, effervescent carbonation. Features a light tannic astringency from the spent fruit and oak. Alcohol warmth is very low and well-integrated; no harshness.
Sensory Profile.
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Afterthought - Spent: Black Raspberry & Cherry
Saison Meer aged with spent black raspberries and cherries and blended with Noble: Oak Aged.
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Saison Meer aged with spent black raspberries and cherries and blended with Noble: Oak Aged.
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