Terre del Barolo Barolo 2017

"Thirty-eight years we had to miss the Christmas beer but in 2002 the tradition was restored with Gouden Carolus Christmas. It's a strong, dark ruby red beer with character and contains an alcohol percentage of 10.5% ABV. Brewed in August, the beer rests a few months to reach an optimal balance. Three kinds of hops and six different kinds of herbs and spices define the rich taste of this Christmas beer. Top-class!" —brewer

"Every year on the 24th of February, we celebrate the birth of Charles Quint. Therefore we brew a special beer in limited edition called Cuvée van de Keizer ('Grand Cru of the Emperor'). This exceptional beer is a special version of the Gouden Carolus Classic, with an enriched taste palate and mysterious aromas added. The caramelised malts and its 11% alc. vol. give the Cuvée van de Keizer the warm roundness of wine together with the refreshing taste of beer. It is imperially crowned with a cork so it can be preserved for a long period of time at a constant cellar temperature of 54 °F. An imperial beer to cherish and enjoy in moderation." —brewer

"Garnet red with orange-red nuances. Aromas of intense red fruits and berries. Herbs and floral notes. Spicy and warm tannins. Full-flavoured with dominate features of violet, withered roses and a delicate sweetness." —winemaker

"Intense ruby red color. The nose is young, complex, well balanced between spicy notes of oak and wild berries. The taste is mouth-filling, balanced and very persistent. It's a full-bodied wine." —winemaker