Brouwerij Drie - 3 Fonteinen Blend 26 Druif - Kriek Lambic Beer, Belgium

Brouwerij Drie Fonteinen's Blend 26 Druif - Kriek is a masterful display of fruit-lambic blending tradition, showcasing the brewery’s hallmark purity and patience. This special bottling, produced in limited quantities and now retired, offers a vivid sensory journey through the wild fermentation magic of the Senne Valley.

Product Details:

• Style: Fruit Lambic (Blend of grape and cherry macerated lambik)
• ABV: 8.3%
• Bottling Date: 10/02/2021
• Fruit Intensity: 510 g/L of sour cherries and skin-macerated Dornfelder grape juice
• Production Notes: Blend of young and two-year-old lambikken from nine barrels and nine brews; unfiltered and unpasteurized
• Availability: No longer in production

Sensory Description:

Blend 26 opens with a rich, fruit-forward bouquet of ripe cherries, wild berries, and black grape skin, carried on a lively wave of wild fermentation funk. On the palate, the eight-month maceration yields deep complexity, juicy red fruit, tart grape tannin, earthy spice, and subtle almond tones. Its firm acidity is beautifully integrated with the lambik's natural oak and yeast character, finishing long, layered, and mouthwatering.

Brewer's Background:

Located in Belgium’s Senne Valley, Brouwerij Drie Fonteinen has been producing traditional lambik and geuze for over 135 years. With a commitment to spontaneous fermentation, natural ingredients, and time-honored techniques, 3 Fonteinen has cemented its place as a global icon in artisanal sour beer production. Known for their meticulous fruit blends and aging programs, each bottle is a living testament to the terroir and heritage of Pajottenland.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve well-chilled in a tulip or lambic glass to allow the complex aromatics to unfold. Perfect alongside aged cheeses, duck confit, berry-glazed pork loin, or dark chocolate tarts. Ideal for contemplative sipping or special cellar shares.

With its balanced tartness, robust fruit profile, and storied craftsmanship, Brouwerij Drie Fonteinen Blend 26 Druif - Kriek stands as a benchmark of traditional fruit lambik. A rare expression that captures the essence of natural fermentation, it’s a treasure for both the palate and the cellar.