What are 'barley wines'?

What are 'barley wines'?

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Barley wine is a strong ale generally ranging from about 7 percent upwards, and is traditionally brewed in Britain. The name 'barley wine' came about in the 19th century, when French wines were flooding into Britain and the brewers fought back and gave a more sophisticated name to their product; whereby they called their beers barley wines.