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Saison Dupont is a Belgian beer with high fermentation and bottle refermentation, brewed since 1844 during winter to quench the thirst of “saisoniers” (seasonal workers) who would work in the fields during summer.
General Information
Name: Saison Dupont
Brewery: Brasserie Dupont
Origin: Tourpes-Leuze, Belgium
Style: Saison / Farmhouse
ABV: 6.5%
IBU: 30
Calories: 195 kcal
Glassware: Tulip, Nonick Pint
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Tasting Notes
Considered the “gold standard” among Belgian seasonal beers, Saison Dupont presents a coppery blonde color, exquisite aromas and a pronounced bitterness that make it an unparalleled thirst-quenching beer, true to its original purpose.
1. Appearance
Straw orange with soft coppery tones, slight haze and defined golden highlights against light. Features very fine, lively carbonation that rises evenly beneath a pearly, high, creamy and persistent head with excellent retention and lacing.
2. Aroma
Initially fresh, perfumed and well-defined, with complex spicy, fruity and citrus notes of white pepper, orange zest, green apple and white grapes. Mid-nose reveals slight sweetness and grainy character, transitioning to a clean herbal and earthy finish with subtle yeast and raw dough traces – harmonious and balanced.
3. Flavor
Begins with a soft grainy maltiness followed by a deep, rapidly evolving mid-palate that bursts with complex fruity, citrusy and earthy notes, spicy and peppery, herbal and tart, with moderate precise bitterness. Transitions briefly to a markedly dry finish that extends into a persistent earthy and sour aftertaste with slight yeast notes.
4. Mouthfeel
Medium-light body, crisp and lively, supported by very fine effervescent carbonation that seems to levitate on the palate. Mid-palate shows slight roughness, leading to a smooth finish without alcohol warmth.
5. Overall Impression
Saison Dupont is the model and archetype of the style – “often imitated, never equaled.” Its nearly 150-year history almost ended when it became Brasserie Dupont’s worst-selling beer, until saved by beer writer Michael Jackson. As a product, it offers a complex yet well-defined experience, remarkably vivacious, crowned by a pearly, exceptionally persistent head. The aromatic development is diverse, profound, integrated and sophisticated. On the palate it begins with grainy maltiness as reference point before expanding into an intricate flavor structure that ranks among the most exceptional you’ll remember – fruity and rustically spicy, highly carbonated, bitter, dry, with an aftertaste that lingers like an echo. Undoubtedly, Saison Dupont remains one of the classic examples of Belgian brewing tradition, whose shoulders modern brewers should occasionally revisit.
Suggested Pairings
With its spicy, citrusy and earthy notes, Saison Dupont allows for diverse and surprising pairings, from simple dishes to preparations with great organoleptic richness.
1. Main Courses
White meats like herb-roasted chicken or garlic rabbit find an ideal companion in Saison Dupont. The beer accentuates the dishes’ spicy notes while cutting through oils with its effervescence and dry finish.
2. Cheeses
Aged goat cheeses or Tomme de Savoie synergize with Saison Dupont’s herbal, sour and spicy profile. The moderate bitterness and yeast notes cleanse the palate between bites.
3. Vegetarian Dishes
Roasted vegetables like carrots, beets or caramelized cauliflower with mild spices or fresh herbs pair perfectly with Saison Dupont.
4. Desserts
Saison Dupont elegantly complements subtle desserts like stone fruit clafoutis, pear tart or lemon semifreddo. Its dry character and effervescence cleanse the palate and highlight fruit flavors without cloying.
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