Senses Chardonnay Sour

◎ Appearance

Light straw to pale gold, displaying excellent clarity with fine bubbles rising steadily through the glass. A delicate white head forms on the pour, settling into a thin collar with modest lacing along the glass walls. The carbonation is gentle and persistent, befitting a wild ale aged in oak.

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with bright white wine character—green apple, pear, and dried citrus peel—layered beneath a subtle funkiness from wild yeast. Toasted oak and a faint floral note emerge on closer inspection, while the overall impression remains dry and mineral-driven, reminiscent of a crisp Chardonnay rather than a conventional beer.

◐ Taste

The palate enters bone-dry with pronounced acidity that frames white stone fruits and subtle wheat undertones. Mid-palate reveals the complexity of 18 months in oak—a gentle tannin structure and toasted vanilla thread through the composition without overwhelming. The funky character persists as a savory undertone, balanced by crisp white wine phenolics that prevent any heaviness.

◑ Finish

A long, dry finish with lingering acidity and a mineral quality that recalls fine Champagne. The aftertaste remains clean and refreshing, with subtle oak and a gentle wildness that fades gradually.