Low hop flavor and aroma are okay. Estery tones and phenolic character are present. Mild sourness okay. Low hop flavor and aroma. Usually uses dark barley malts in conjunction with dark cara or color malts.
Color can be pale or dark.
High starting specific gravity and alcohol content. Medium malt sweetness balanced by medium phenolic and estery elements. Low hop flavor and bitterness. Wine, Champagne, sherry, mead, ale or lager yeasts may be used. Dry, medium or sweet.