Matalaz

◎ Aussehen

Matalaz presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright transparency. A fine white head forms readily and clings to the glass with good retention, leaving delicate lacing on each sip. The carbonation is crisp and visible, creating a lively bead throughout the pour.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with clean, herbal hop character from Navarrese varieties, complemented by understated floral and grassy notes. Beneath lies a supportive malt base from Álava grain, contributing subtle biscuit and hay-like sweetness. The experimental yeast contributes a neutral, mineral-like backdrop that allows the regional ingredients to speak clearly.

◐ Geschmack

Entry is dry and malt-forward, with a light grain sweetness and soft bread character. The mid-palate develops a moderate but clean bitterness from noble-style hopping, balanced against the gentle malt foundation. Finish dries progressively, with lingering hoppy and slightly mineral notes that refresh without harshness.

◑ Abgang

The finish is clean and sustained, trailing off with a dry, slightly mineral edge and faint hoppy persistence. Aftertaste remains refreshing, inviting another sip without cloying or heavy residue.