Norm Brewing La Vie En Rose

Name: Norm Brewing La Vie En Rose
Brand: Beer
SKU: 66fbcde91603dacb594dfd59
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.56 (275 reviews)

Fruit Lambic 6 º

Norm Brewing

La Vie En Rose is a striking Wild Specialty Beer that masterfully integrates deep forest fruits with the complex nuances of an American wild fermentation. The generous addition of blackberry and blackcurrant drives the sensory experience, offering a rich, jammy depth that intertwines with a bright, clean lactic acidity. A nuanced funk provides earthy and leathery undertones that ground the bold, tart berry profile. At 6% ABV, this sour ale balances its fruit-forward intensity with a bone-dry finish, where the natural tannins from the fruit skins provide a structural elegance and a lingering, refreshing snap.

Appearance. Saturated deep ruby to dark purple hue with a thin, pink-tinted head that dissipates quickly. Clarity is slightly hazy due to the heavy fruit load and wild yeast sediment.

Aroma. High intensity aromatics of fresh-crushed blackberries and pungent, earthy blackcurrant. A sharp lactic tartness is present, accompanied by complex wild fermentation notes of hay, subtle barnyard funk, and a light leathery character. Malt is nearly imperceptible.

Taste. Initial impression is sharply tart and intensely fruity, featuring tangy blackcurrant and sweet-tart blackberry. The fruit character is vivid and acidic rather than sweet, as the wild microbes have fermented the beer to completion. Low bready malt provides a faint backbone, while hop bitterness is negligible. The finish is bone-dry and clean with a lingering vinous quality.

Mouthfeel. Medium-light body with a refreshing, crisp character. Carbonation is moderate-high, creating a lively prickle on the palate. A slight tannic astringency from the berry skins adds structure and enhances the perception of a dry finish.

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