Ovila Abbey Saison
Poured from a 750ml corked and caged bottle into a Duvel tulip. Bottled on date on June 1,2011 lasered on the neck. It was a hazy golden honey color with tons of carbonation. It had a 2 finger head that settled into a constant, thick foam cap. Great sheeting with lots sticking. The aroma was really good with Belgian yeast, spice and fruit (lemon, white grape among others). Slightly dry. The aroma really started to fade as it warmed. The taste was also really good with the spice bite leading the way and being balanced with the fruit. Again, very slightly dry so this is a good choice if you aren't used to the really dry saisons out there. Medium mouthfeel with lots of carb and the slightly dry finish mentioned above. Overall, while not the best saison out there, I really enjoyed it and it was very refreshing. A little more dry and spice in it to slightly dampen the sweet and I would have liked it even more. As is, I'd buy this again but not too often as it was pricey. Avail here in TX [O;Y]