ABBAYE DU VAL DIEU BIERE DE NOEL January 1, 2009Beers A-Zwinter aleJohn Fortunato Rust-tinted Belgian X-Mas celebration ale, bitterer than most holiday offerings, decorates cinnamon-nutmeg-spiced ambiance with effervescent juniper hops and delicate caramelized malts. Ripe raisin heightens mint-y aftertaste.