St-Ambroise 20th Anniversary Vintage Ale (2009)
a) Attractive burnt orange / amber. Haze-free, and bubble free also. Beige head, that leaves good lacing. s) Biscuity malt, reminiscent of irish reds and vienna lagers. Toffee, floral. t) Initially alcohol/thinner, toffee, macerated fruits, molasses/licorice, floral hoppiness, and a firm bitterness. m) Smooth, slightly oily/syrupy. d) Needs time. Approachable but angular, and not as luscious as I expect it will become.