The Lost Abbey Veritas 019

Aroma: “Moderate peach aroma followed by barnyard funk. Light earthy hops with very light sweet malted wheat. Light lemon tartness.” Flavor: “Subtle peach followed by lemon tartness and malty sweetness. A tiny bit of cinnamon flavor really complements the peaches. Great balance. Finishes pretty dry but still allows the sweetness of the fruit to come through.” Overall: “This quite a good beer. The peaches come through nicely. It is well- balanced and really enjoyable. A very refreshing peach beer with just a hint of a bite in the aftertaste.”

**Aroma:** “Big jammy raspberry, cherry notes, and light apricot with slight sweetness and mild acid sourness. Moderate _Brett_ earthiness. Suggests port and sherry.” **Flavor:** “Fruit is bright and strong, perhaps dominating the wild notes. Dry finish lets the fruit come through without cloying. Tannins aren’t overly strong and add structure. Initial impression is sharp acidity, but this gives way to a smooth fruit backbone and moderate _Brett_ lemon-zest notes. Cherry notes with a generous serving of tannins and leather make for a delightfully complex palate.” **Overall:** “Big jammy fruit notes on top of a lemon-zesty _Brett_ remind me of a delicious raspberry tart. The bright sharp acidity may be a bit much for some, but it grows on you after a couple of sips. It’s very balanced among acidity, body, sweetness, and effervescence. A delight to drink. A wine-like beer that delivers in every aspect.”

A somewhat sulfury initial aroma hides some of the complexities of the funk. Equal parts wine-like grape flavors and subtle funk and acidity. Strange, unique, and beautifully colored, it's not as unpleasant to drink as the aroma would suggest.