Brasserie Du Bocq Saison 1858 Seattle, June 17, 2014: Merchant du Vin and Du Bocq Brewery are proud to announce that Saison 1858, an authentic Belgian national treasure from this traditional family-owned brewery, is now imported to the U.S. by Merchant du Vin. Saison 1858 joins Blanche de Namur, added to the MdV portfolio in 2013. Du Bocq Brewery was founded in the Condroz region of Wallonia, Belgium, in 1858. They brew superb, authentic Belgian ales in the traditional manner: top quality malt and hops; classic Belgian ale yeast; pure water; and bottle-conditioning for perfect carbonation and mouthfeel. Du Bocq beers are a taste of Belgian brewing history, and to this day the brewery is owned by the same family that founded it over 150 years ago. Saison 1858 is a classic Belgian saison ("season" in French) - a style first brewed at farms in Belgium and France, to be served to agricultural workers with their meals. It has a hazy amber-gold color, medium body, and a complex Belgian-yeast aroma; the flavor is crisp, with a bit of inviting, dynamic acidity balanced by forward hops. Try Saison 1858 with rich, hearty foods; cream soups; or full-flavored entrées like duck or pheasant. Saison 1858 is a good match for salads with vinaigrette dressing. 6.4% ABV; 38 IBU; sold in a case of 6 x 750 mL (25.4 oz.) bottles. Look for Saison 1858 starting July 21, 2014 - Belgian National Day! In addition to Du Bocq, Merchant du Vin imports Samuel Smith’s from England; Traquair House from Scotland; Ayinger and Certified Organic Pinkus beers from Germany; Lindemans lambics, Green’s Gluten-Free beers and the Trappist beers of Orval, Westmalle, and Rochefort from Belgium. merchantduvin.com facebook.com/merchantduvin twitter.com/merchantduvin Contact: Craig Hartinger craigh@mdvbeer.com (253) 656-0321 119 First Ave. S., Suite 400, Seattle, WA 98104 Merchant du Vin - Specialty Beer Importers Since 1978