Chimay Calvados Finish
$48.99
Region:Belgium
Chimay Blue Grande Reserve Barrique Oak Aged Calvados 2023 10.5% abv
Edition May 2023
The barrel-aged Chimay Bleue of May 2023 stands out from classic Chimay Bleue thanks to the many nuances provided by the additional fermentation in wooden barrels. On the eye, the beer boasts a deep brown robe with a bright glint. Its extremely fine and smooth foam also possesses a slight shade of cream.
3 fermentations: tank, barrel, bottle. Aged in barrels for around 6 months
This edition is particularly fruity on the nose. Pleasant aromas of dried apricot, sweet apple and ripe pear, characteristic of Calvados, complement each other perfectly.
Delicious impressions of chocolate and soft mocha blend into a perfectly balanced palate of toasted hazelnut and spicy cookie. All this is topped with hints of vanilla and a slight floral touch. The bitterness is present just enough to contrast nicely with the dark candy and the whole flows into a delightfully lingering and warming taste.
This 2023 edition of barrel-aged Chimay Bleue boasts an excellent blend of the characters of Chimay Bleue and Calvados. This balance between roundness and powerfulness is best appreciated between 6 months and 1 year after it is bottled.
10.5% Abv