Keeping Pomaces

◎ Appearance

Pale straw gold with a naturally hazy, cloudy appearance from unfined conditioning. The head is modest but persistent, with fine lacing that clings delicately to the glass. Carbonation is moderate and even, appropriate to the saison's elegant, food-friendly profile.

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with bright, tart fruit—sharp crunchy apple and raspberry sherbet leap forward first. Beneath these, earthy and slightly tannic notes emerge from the ex-wine oak and pinot noir pomace, while a whisper of noble hop character and subtle vanilla sweetness rounds the aromatic profile. The overall impression is crisp and orchard-fresh, with wine-barrel complexity.

◐ Taste

The palate is brisk and well-defined, leading with elegant acidity and jammy redcurrant and plum notes that speak to the pomace blending. The Historic Plumage Archer barley provides a clean, understated grain backbone, while earthy tannins from the oak add structure and grip. Bitterness is restrained at 28 IBU, allowing the fruit and acid to dominate without harshness.

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and rounded, with a lick of sweet vanilla providing gentle closure. The aftertaste fades to a dry, slightly tannic fade with lingering apple tartness and a whisper of wine-oak warmth.