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Cascade Brewing Figaro (2013)
Fruit Lambic 10.7 º
Figaro is a sophisticated Wild Specialty Beer that exemplifies the Northwest sour style through a intricate marriage of fruit and oak. The sensory experience begins with a high-intensity aroma of sharp lactic tartness, earthy white figs, and zesty lemon peel, harmonized with the vinous, buttery notes of Chardonnay barrels. On the palate, a bracing acidity highlights flavors of green grapes and tart apple skins, while the dried fig provides a concentrated fruit depth. Despite its significant strength, the beer maintains a lean, dry profile, finishing with lingering oak tannins and a sophisticated, well-integrated alcohol warmth.
Appearance. Pours a deep golden to burnished copper hue. The head is ivory-colored, initially forming a thin layer but receding quickly due to the high acidity and alcohol content, leaving minimal lacing. Clarity is generally clear with a slight haze from the fruit and barrel tannins.
Aroma. High intensity. A complex bouquet of sharp lactic sourness and funky wild yeast character. Prominent notes of dried white figs provide an earthy fruitiness, while lemon peel adds a zesty brightness. The Chardonnay barrel influence is unmistakable, offering scents of green grapes, oak, and a hint of vanilla.
Taste. The initial impression is a bracing acidity that carries flavors of tart green apple skins and lemon zest. Middle notes reveal the richness of dried figs and a vinous character reminiscent of dry white wine. Hop bitterness is negligible, as the balance is driven by acidity and oak tannins. The finish is very dry and lingering, with a clean, tart aftertaste.
Mouthfeel. Medium body, which is notably lean given the high alcohol content. Carbonation is moderate-high, providing a lively effervescence that cuts through the acidity. A noticeable alcohol warmth is present but well-integrated, accompanied by a slight puckering astringency from the lemon peel and wood.
Sensory Profile.
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Cascade Brewing - Figaro 2013
Style: Wild AleABV: 9,1%Size: 750MLBlend of sour blond ales aged in Chardonnay barrels for up to 18 ...months with white figs and lemon peel
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Style: Wild AleABV: 9,1%Size: 750MLBlend of sour blond ales aged in Chardonnay barrels for up to 18 months with white figs and lemon peel
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