Bomber of the Month: August
Brouwerij Verhaeghe - Duchesse De Bourgogne
By: Kevin .
Published: 8/11/2015
Regular Price:
$13.99
Sale Price:
$11.99
Sale End:
8/31/2015
ABV:
6.2%
Beer Advocate:
91
Rate Beer:
97
Brewery Verhaeghe, established in 1875, is a small brewery located in Vichte, West Flanders, Belgium. They specialize in Flanders red ales and other traditional Belgain styles. Their most popular offering, Duchesee de Bourgogne, is a traditional top fermented reddish-brown ale. This refined ale also known as "The Burgundies of Belgium" is a blend of 8 and 18 months old ales following careful maturation in oak casks. It is 100% natural and unpasteurized....
On to the Tasting Notes:
Upon pouring into the glass, the hue of the beer is a deep red/burgundy color. A decent thin head fades to a nice ring around the glass. Aromas of sour cherry and a slight vinegar character explode into the air. The combination of carbonation and acidity are a welcome friend. A nice complexity on the palate that contains a delightful tang of tartness along with a touch of oak and some dark cherries. It has been far too long since I have experienced this beer and need to make it a point to not wait as long for the next time.
Food Pairing:
The Duchess pairs perfectly with just a glass and some good friends. If you would like to pair it with food, a nice spiced chicken, port-salut chesse, or poached pears with dulce de leche would complement this beer nicely.