Apperance: The beer is brown, dark brown, a bit hazy, has a tan head that leaves some lacing. Some curtains. (4)
Aroma: The smell is sweet mature fruits - dates, figs, some dark bread crust, vinous notes, Madeira- (4)
Taste: The taste is very sweet, caramelized sugar, dried fruits, plums, rather vinous, sherry, Madeira, malty tones, dark bread crust, then some bitter notes, cherry seeds, bitter almond. (4.5)
Palate: The carbonation is medium, small bubbles, the body is hugh, a soft and oily texture, a warm dry finish. (4.5)
Overall: A very good trappist, but maybe the 8 version is a bit more balanced, the alcohol and sweetness is dominating here. (4.5)
Bottle 330 ml |
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