Death Rattle

◎ Appearance

A pale rose hue signals the presence of spent blackberry fruit, held in solution and suspension. The clarity trends toward translucence, with soft golden undertones visible at the rim. Carbonation is moderate and persistent, forming a delicate white head that settles into fine lacing along the glass.

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with dark blackberry preserves and jammy fruit, backed by subtle oak and wine-barrel spice. A pronounced tartness underlies the fruit, accompanied by hints of funk and wild yeast character that suggest the mixed culture fermentation. The overall impression is wine-forward, with berry compote and aged wood creating a complex, evolving profile.

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and prickly, with medium-high acidity cutting through blackberry fruit and subtle oak tannins. The mid-palate develops a dry, funky character from the foeder fermentation, while the fruit remains dominant and well-integrated. Bitterness is restrained at 10 IBU, allowing the natural acidity and fruit tannins to define the palate structure.

◑ Finish

The finish is medium-length and dry, with blackberry and oak lingering on the tongue. A crisp, slightly funky aftertaste persists, balanced by the wine-barrel aging and the fruit's natural tartness.