Rochefort
8 (Green) 330ml
£28.00 for 6 bottles
This dark Trappist strong ale brings aromas of fresh fruits, space, leather and figs. sour grapes, sweet port and black licorice with touches of bread on the palate with dry sultanas, licorice and brown bread on the finish. Light earthy feel with hints of pepper and cream.
9.2% ABV.
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Full details -
8 (Green) 330ml
Originally this Trappist ale was labelled “Spécial” and originated in the 1950s. its current nomenclature signals the original gravity in “Belgian degrees“. Highly regarded and considered to be a standard bearer for the brilliance of Trappist beer. Ideally served between 10°-13°C.
Food pairings +
Food Pairings
Pairs well with full flavour dishes such as pâté, duck or wild game. An excellent companion to strong flavoured cheeses or as a lone aperitif.
The monastery +
Abbey of Notre-Dame de Saint-Remy
Around the year 1230 the count of Rochefort founded hey Cistercian nunnery called Secours de Notre-Dame. Since then the monastery has been repeatedly destroyed by various Protestant armies. in 1595 the first Brewery was established, however, this did not stop the abbey from falling into ruin during the catastrophes of the 17th century. during the French revolutionary period the abbey was completely destroyed in around the year 1805 when it became a farm. The monks of Achel, another famous Trappist monastery which recently stopped producing Trappist beer, bought the farm with the abbey ruins in 1887 restoring them to their original use and raising new buildings. Although a new Brewery was soon established it would not be until 1952 that it would produce enough beer for it to go on sale. With 400 years of experience brewing, Rochefort Trappist beers are considered to be among the best Belgian beers in the world.
Delivery information +
Delivery information
We deliver exclusively within Great Britain and Northern Ireland. All postage £7.00 (inc. VAT), delivered within 3 to 4 working days. Local pickup possible in London please contact us directly for details. To postcodes surrounding Battersea, delivery is free.
Email: info@monasticorder.co.uk
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