SAINT SYLVESTRE’S FLANDER’S WINTER ALE January 1, 2009Beers A-Zwinter aleJohn Fortunato Intriguing rust-clouded beige-headed barleywine-styled winter brew (a.k.a Biere De Noel) enhanced by peculiar spiced nuttiness and well-hopped dried fruiting. Heavy caramel malting provides firm foundation for smoothed-out whiskey finish.