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Cortese Grape

Belgium·Fruit Lambic
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Citrus zest, white blossom and pear, followed by a dry, lightly mineral finish: a bright, refreshing lambic made with Italian Cortese grapes from I Versanti, macerated on three-year-old lambic. A natural refermentation in the bottle gives it a fine, lively sparkle. Bright yellow, 8.5 % ABV, in 37.5 cl bottles, with ten years of shelf life.

ABV
8.5%
Bitterness
Mild
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
citrusysourfruity
citrusy
sour
fruity
mineral
floral
peach
Aroma
The nose opens with bright citrus zest and white blossom, followed by ripe pear and subtle stone fruit.
also:tart,funky
not found:hoppy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Cortese Grape

◎ Appearance

Pale yellow with excellent clarity and a bright, luminous quality. The natural carbonation generates a fine, persistent head with delicate lacing that clings to the glass. The effervescence is lively and refined, characteristic of bottle-refermented lambic.

pale yellowcrystal clearfine carbonationpersistent head

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with bright citrus zest and white blossom, followed by ripe pear and subtle stone fruit. A delicate mineral undertone and a touch of herbal funk round out the aromatic profile, creating an inviting and complex bouquet without aggressive fermentation notes.

citrus zestwhite flowersripe pearmineral, herbal funk

◐ Taste

The palate is dry and crisp, with tart acidity from the macerated Cortese grapes providing structure without harshness. Citrus and peach flavors develop mid-palate alongside a light, earthy funk, while the low bitterness allows the fruit character to shine. The mineral quality adds sophistication and cleanses the mouth throughout.

dry, citrusytart aciditypeach, funkmineral edge

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and refreshing, with lingering dryness and subtle mineral notes. The aftertaste remains bright and fruit-forward without any residual sweetness or heaviness.

dry, mineralrefreshing finish
87
hopIQ score
Aroma
88
Taste
87
Appearance
89
Finish
85
Serve at 6–9°C

Serve at 6–9°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

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