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The Bruery Thomas Rutherford
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This sophisticated hybrid elevates the massive character of Black Tuesday through a co-fermentation with Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc grapes. The sensory profile is defined by a deep, vinous intersection of heavy roasted malts and dark fruit complexity. Intense aromas of dark chocolate, espresso, and leather give way to structural tannins and flavors of blackcurrant, plum, and tobacco. Despite its massive malt foundation, the influence of the red wine must lends a rustic, earthy depth and a drying finish. Packaged still, it presents a viscous, liqueur-like mouthfeel with significant alcohol warmth, bridging the gap between a decadent Imperial Stout and a bold Bordeux-style wine.
Appearance. Opaque, deep ebony to ink-black (SRM 40+). As it is packaged still, there is no foam or head retention. Clarity is obscured by the depth of color, though deep ruby highlights may appear at the glass edges under bright light.
Aroma. High intensity. Dominant roasted malt character featuring dark chocolate, coffee, and molasses. The Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc grapes contribute powerful varietal notes of blackberry, blackcurrant, and a rustic earthiness including tobacco and leather. Fermentation is clean, though dark fruit esters like raisin and plum are noticeable alongside a prominent, well-integrated alcohol presence.
Taste. Initial impression is of intense dark chocolate and burnt sugars. The mid-palate introduces the varietal grape character, offering flavors of dark berries, stone fruit, and a distinct vinous depth. Malt flavor is robust and heavily roasted, countering the fruit. Bitterness is moderate, derived from both hops and charred grain. The finish is long and warming, showing a lingering complexity of grape-skin tannins and dark cocoa.
Mouthfeel. Full-bodied and viscous with a heavy, coating texture. Carbonation is absent (still), emphasizing the wine-like profile. Significant alcohol warmth is present, reflecting the 14.2% ABV. Noticeable tannic astringency from the red grape skins provides a structural dryness to the otherwise rich finish.
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Imperial stout with Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc grapes aged in French and American oak pun ...le imperial stout. Thomas Rutherford was crafted through careful fermentation of Black Tuesday and Cabernet Sauvignon and Fr ...
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Imperial stout with Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc grapes aged in French and American oak puncheons Resting within this burgundy glass is an elegantly enjoyable version of The Bruery's staple imperial stout. Thomas Rutherford was crafted through careful fermentation of Black Tuesday and Cabernet Sauvignon and Fr
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