Sacrilège Syrah

Name: Sacrilège Syrah
Brand: Beer
SKU: 61e701421603daea89538f65
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.03 (105 reviews)

Other Styles 8.4 º

Sacrilège

This sophisticated Grape Ale presents a masterful fusion of barrel-aged complexity and the vibrant terroir of Pic Saint Loup Syrah pomace. The spontaneous fermentation driven by indigenous grape skin yeasts introduces a nuanced, rustic profile that avoids overt funk while accentuating dark berry and black pepper notes. Aromas of ripe plum and blackberry meld with subtle oak-derived spice and a clean, supportive pale malt backbone. On the palate, a delicate tartness balances the vinous depth of the Syrah, leading to an exceptionally dry and effervescent finish. It elegantly straddles the line between a fine sparkling red wine and a structured, high-strength ale.

Appearance. Deep ruby to translucent burgundy; a fine-beaded, light pinkish head with medium-low retention; excellent clarity with no haze.

Aroma. Moderate to high intensity; prominent Syrah notes of blackberry, plum, and a touch of cracked black pepper; supportive neutral malt; subtle oak vanillin and light spicy esters from spontaneous fermentation.

Taste. Leading with vinous dark fruit flavors of cherry and forest berries; rustic earthy and leather undertones from the Syrah pomace; low bitterness; clean, neutral malt background; very dry, crisp finish with lingering fruit skin tannins.

Mouthfeel. Medium body with high, sparkling carbonation; noticeable but well-integrated alcohol warmth; slight tannic astringency from grape skins and barrel aging; crisp and refreshing.

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