Grapevine

◎ Appearance

Grapevine pours a luminous golden hue with excellent clarity and a delicate white head that settles to a thin collar of lacing. The carbonation is moderate and refined, creating fine bubbles that persist gently throughout the glass. The light body and translucent quality reflect the wine-like character this blend seeks to achieve.

◌ Aroma

The nose presents a complex interplay of white grape, green apple, and subtle citrus notes, backed by a restrained funky undertone typical of spontaneous fermentation. The 2023 Souvignier Gris grapes dominate the olfactory profile, offering ripe stone-fruit aromatics alongside hints of acetification and Brett character. Floral and herbal notes emerge on deeper inspection, creating a layered, wine-like bouquet.

◐ Taste

The palate opens crisp and vinous, with pronounced acidity that frames a bone-dry body and minimal residual sweetness. A gentle bitterness from noble hops and fermentation compounds emerges in the mid-palate, balancing the tartness without dominating. The texture is delicate and effervescent, allowing the grape character and slight funkiness to develop without weight or cloying finish.

◑ Finish

The finish is distinctly dry and leaves behind a subtle grape-tannin grip and lingering green-apple notes. The aftertaste remains clean and refreshing, with only a whisper of funk persisting as the wine-like character fades gracefully.