B. United International Cuvée Freddy Zymatore Barrel Aged Red Wine Blend

Name: B. United International Cuvée Freddy Zymatore Barrel Aged Red Wine Blend
Brand: Beer
SKU: 693c47ca1603daa357a8f390
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.28 (30 reviews)

Sour Ale 8 º

B. United International
Alvinne Brouwerij

This complex Straight Sour Beer showcases a masterfully blended profile, merging Alvinne’s signature lactic acidity with the sophisticated influence of Thelema Mountain Vineyards French Oak Red Wine barrels. The sensory journey begins with an assertive, clean lactic punch, softened by the structural depth of French Oak. Vinous notes of black cherry, plum, and red grape skins from the red wine blend intertwine with a biscuity malt backbone. Despite its 8% ABV, the beer remains remarkably crisp, finishing bone-dry with a lingering tannic elegance and subtle alcohol warmth. It represents a refined, barrel-aged evolution of the style, balancing sharp acidity with rich, vinous complexity.

Appearance. Deep ruby-red to mahogany (reflecting the red wine barrel treatment); thin, light tan head with poor retention; slight haze with moderate effervescence.

Aroma. High intensity; sharply sour lactic character is dominant, supported by a moderately fruity profile of tart cherry, plum, and red grape; distinct toasted French Oak and vanillin notes; no hop aroma; faint bready malt in the background.

Taste. Initial impression is a strong, clean lactic sourness; develops into complex red wine flavors including tannins and dark berry fruitiness; bready and biscuity malt provides a subtle support; undetectable hop bitterness; finish is very dry and vinous with a lingering tartness and no acetic character.

Mouthfeel. Medium body; moderate carbonation; noticeable alcohol warmth that is well-integrated; crisp acidity with a light, pleasant tannic astringency from the wood.

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