Panil
Torrechiara, Italy
Style: Flanders Red Ale
Serving Style: 750 ml Bottle

Aroma: Tart acidity, blackberries, and oak
Appearance: Beautiful ruddy mahogany. Fluffy off-white head that last a good long time. Clear.
Flavor: Mix of tart acidity, berries, cherries, and leather. Vanilla and woody oak character. Toasty malt lurks in the background. Tasty.
Mouthfeel: Medium body but with a wheat-like richness. Medium-high carbonation.
Overall Impression: While not as full flavored as Rodenbach Grand Cru, this is a tasty example of an oak aged Flanders Red Ale. Acidic sourness is prominent, but not overpowering. Berry aromas and flavors are wonderful. I enjoyed it.