Side Project Brewing Punchdown Pinot Noir (Blend #1)

Name: Side Project Brewing Punchdown Pinot Noir (Blend #1)
Brand: Beer
SKU: 644bf40d1603da16527eaa9e
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.34 (1921 reviews)

Other Styles 9 º

Side Project Brewing

A masterful beer-wine hybrid, this Missouri Wild Ale showcases a massive 49% addition of Pinot Noir grapes from Lodi, California. The sensory profile is defined by a deep garnet hue and a complex interplay between the funky, earthy Brettanomyces character and the rich, vinous profile of the grapes. Expect intense aromas of tart cherry, raspberry, and distinctive herbaceous tones that provide a structured balance to the beer’s bright acidity. On the palate, it is exceptionally dry and highly attenuated, offering layers of stone fruit and leather that transition into a clean, lingering finish with noticeable alcohol warmth from its robust 9% ABV.

Appearance. Deep garnet to ruby in color (SRM 20-25); slight haze from the heavy fruit inclusion; pours with a pinkish-tan, fine-beaded head with moderate retention.

Aroma. High intensity; dominant vinous notes of red cherry and blackberry; complex Brettanomyces funk suggesting wet hay, leather, and earth; distinct herbaceous and stemmy tones from the grapes.

Taste. Initial impression of bright, tart red fruit and dark berries; significant vinous character; Brett-derived stone fruit and earthy funk; very dry, highly attenuated finish; no hop bitterness (0 IBU) or flavor; lingering tartness with a touch of herbaceous complexity.

Mouthfeel. Medium body with a slight silkiness from the grape must; moderate to high carbonation; noticeable alcohol warmth; very low astringency from the grape skins.

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