Brewed By:
Verhaeghe
Self-Defined Style:
Traditional Flemish Red Ale Duchesse De Bourgogne from Brouwerij Verhaeghe is the traditional Flemish red ale. This refreshing ale is matured in oak casks; smooth with a rich texture and interplay of passion fruit, and chocolate, and a long, dry and acidic finish. After the first and secondary fermentation, the beer goes for maturation into the oak barrels for 18 months. The final product is a blend of younger 8 months old beer with 18 months old beer. The average age of the Duchesse de Bourgogne before being bottled is 12 months.
2006 World Beer Championships – Gold Medal “Exceptional”
Best With:
This uniquely complex ale is not only slice through the flavor of mussels, but is also quite interesting as a broth base for mussels. The substantial body and tart flavor of this brew will easily lend itself to raw oysters.
Special Attributes:
Dessert Beer 
