Stronger Grand Reserve version of oak-aged farmhouse ale (7.3% ABV) utilizes dry-hopped astringency to create “undiluted old ale” aged longer than Petrus Aged Pale Ale. Lemony cider tartness and oaken cherry respite settle into sparkling champagne fizzle. Vinous white grape tannins recede to salty bottom. Notions of pencil shavings drift below the surface of succulent sour ale.
