Russian River Brewery "Temptation" Sour Ale 375ml Bottle
- Style: Wild Ale - American
- ABV: 7.5%
- Aging: Chardonnay barrels; 9 to 15 months
Blonde ale aged in used Sonoma County Chardonnay barrels for 9 to 15 months, Temptation develops a layered, vinous character from extended contact with oak and wine-soaked wood. Each barrel is inoculated with brettanomyces, lactobacillus, and pediococcus to fuse restrained tartness and rustic funk into a balanced whole. The result is a medium-bodied sour with delicate Chardonnay notes—apple skin, pear, and baked orchard fruit—framed by soft oak tannin and underriding barnyard complexity. The long aging period smooths harsher edges while preserving a bright, lingering sour finish that evolves from fruity and lactic to dry and slightly leathery.
Aroma: Fresh apple; pear; toasty oak; subtle horse blanket brett; light citrus peel.
Flavor: Tart green apple; lemony acidity; oak-driven vanilla and toast; restrained barnyard funk; minerally dry finish.
Mouthfeel: Medium body; integrated acidity; gentle tannic grip from barrel; clean, long sour finish.
Pairing Suggestions: Soft-ripened cheeses; smoked salmon; oysters; light salads with vinaigrette; fruit tarts.
Original: $12.00
-70%$12.00
$3.60
Description
- Style: Wild Ale - American
- ABV: 7.5%
- Aging: Chardonnay barrels; 9 to 15 months
Blonde ale aged in used Sonoma County Chardonnay barrels for 9 to 15 months, Temptation develops a layered, vinous character from extended contact with oak and wine-soaked wood. Each barrel is inoculated with brettanomyces, lactobacillus, and pediococcus to fuse restrained tartness and rustic funk into a balanced whole. The result is a medium-bodied sour with delicate Chardonnay notes—apple skin, pear, and baked orchard fruit—framed by soft oak tannin and underriding barnyard complexity. The long aging period smooths harsher edges while preserving a bright, lingering sour finish that evolves from fruity and lactic to dry and slightly leathery.
Aroma: Fresh apple; pear; toasty oak; subtle horse blanket brett; light citrus peel.
Flavor: Tart green apple; lemony acidity; oak-driven vanilla and toast; restrained barnyard funk; minerally dry finish.
Mouthfeel: Medium body; integrated acidity; gentle tannic grip from barrel; clean, long sour finish.
Pairing Suggestions: Soft-ripened cheeses; smoked salmon; oysters; light salads with vinaigrette; fruit tarts.
