Barleywine Style Ale
Opened 22 oz. bomber 2008 vintage bottle, poured into snifter glass. Pours a light tan head atop a dark reddish brown opaque brew. Smell is of dark malts with a slightly piney overtone. Taste is sweet with slight candy. Hints of coffee and mild mocha notes. Bubbles are a little attacking at first, but mellow out and make for an easy drink with a really great finish. This brew really needs to be enjoyed with a nice strong cheese or maybe meat, but is still pretty solid on its own.