Quetsche Tilquin à l'ancienne

◎ Aussehen

Deep amber to light brown hue, translucent with gentle cloudiness from the unfiltered, unpasteurised character. Fine carbonation generates a delicate white head that clings to the glass in thin, persistent lacing. The body reads clear enough to observe the colour's depth, with occasional sediment visible.

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with distinct plum brandy notes—stone fruit aromatics that recall both fresh quetsche plums and dried prune character. Beneath sits a subtle funky, earthy undercurrent from the aged lambic base and wild fermentation, grounding the fruity top notes. Light spice and subtle oak integration round the profile without overwhelming the primary stone-fruit expression.

◐ Geschmack

Entry is immediately tart and sour, with the substantial 250 g/L plum fruit charge delivering round, juicy midpalate character. The wild lambic fermentation provides a gentle funkiness and complexity that balances the tartness, while fine tannins from plum skins add a light, drying grip. Finish is crisp and dry, with the sourness remaining prominent but integrated into the overall structure rather than harsh.

◑ Abgang

The finish persists with a drying sensation from the plum phenolics, leaving a bright, slightly puckering aftertaste. Acidity lingers pleasantly, inviting the next sip without fatigue.