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One of the oldest wine producing countries in the world although now most of the wine made is exported (Château Musar exports 95% of its production).
Most of the wine is grown in the Bekaa Valley whose microclimate, provided by the sheltering mountains either side, permits the vines to ripen in early September. Some vineyards can, however, be found in the Lebanese mountains.
Demand for wine inevitably decreased during the Beirut war. Despite this Serge Hochar of Château Musar continued to produce wine, sometimes defying the most adverse conditions (such as having to pull shrapnel out of the grapes prior to vinification in one vintage!). Only one vintage of Musar was missed, 1984, because of the war, and even though Serge’s vineyards and winery are separated by a range of mountains winemaking continued, sometimes with the winery’s cellars being used as air raid shelters! Other important Lebanese producers are Kefraya and Ksara.
The grapes grown for wine in the Lebanon are very much influenced by French winemaking. They include Cinsaut, Carignan, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre, Semillon and Chardonnay.
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Lebanon :: Bekaa Valley
Chardonnay, Vermentino, Viognier
Sweetness: 2 - Dry
A blend of Viognier, Vermentino and Chardonnay, this is crisp and zesty with tropical fruit, lime and apple flavours. Delicious with seafood.
75.0CL
Only 8 left
Lebanon :: Bekaa Valley
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cinsaut/Cinsault, Syrah/Shiraz
Body: d - Medium to Full
Ready to drink
A blend of Cinsault, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon, its unoaked, full of fresh primary fruit flavours whilst retaining the essential Musar style.
75.0CL
Out of stock
Lebanon :: Bekaa Valley
Cinsaut/Cinsault
Ready to drink
100% Cinsault, this has fresh strawberry, raspberry and redcurrant fruit flavours. Delicious with white meat or pork.
75.0CL
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Lebanon :: Bekaa Valley
Cinsaut/Cinsault, Grenache
Ready to drink
A surprisingly powerful rosé, full of fruit and body.
75.0CL
Only 2 left
Lebanon :: Bekaa Valley
Merwah, Obaideh
Sweetness: 2 - Dry
Drink now, but will keep
Serge Hochar's latest addition to the Musar family - an unoaked white.
75.0CL
Only 5 left
Lebanon :: Bekaa Valley
Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignan (Mazuelo), Cinsaut/Cinsault
Body: e - Full
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Dark red in colour. The nose is a complex mixture of figs, prunes, leather, dark tea, tobacco, black olives with spices and a certain earthiness. On the palate, one finds ripe black cherries, figs, damsons-even chocolate and olives. Good acidity with nice smooth tannins resulting in a wine which full-bodied, rich and velvety with very long length.
37.5CL
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Lebanon :: Bekaa Valley
Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignan (Mazuelo), Cinsaut/Cinsault
Body: d - Medium to Full
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Baby Château Musar with the emphasis on gushy rich fruit.
75.0CL
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Lebanon :: Bekaa Valley
Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignan (Mazuelo), Cinsaut/Cinsault
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A surprisingly powerful rosé, full of fruit and body.
75.0CL
Only 5 left
Lebanon :: Bekaa Valley
Merwah, Obaideh
Beautiful straw gold in appearance. The palate is rich and generous with almond and citrus fruit flavours.
75.0CL
Only 3 left
Lebanon :: Bekaa Valley
Merwah, Obaideh
Sweetness: 2 - Dry
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A white wine that is best enjoyed with food, it makes an excellent match with Japanese, Thai and of course Lebanese mezze.
75.0CL
Out of stock
Lebanon :: Bekaa Valley
Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignan (Mazuelo), Cinsaut/Cinsault
Body: e - Full
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Remarkable. Deeply coloured, rich and intriguing wine. Surprisingly soft yet undoubtedly complex.
75.0CL
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Lebanon :: Bekaa Valley
Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignan (Mazuelo), Cinsaut/Cinsault
Body: e - Full
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Like fine Bordeaux it repays keeping.
75.0CL
Only 4 left
Lebanon :: Bekaa Valley
Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignan (Mazuelo), Cinsaut/Cinsault
Body: d - Medium to Full
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Serge Hochar’s great classic. A cross between Bordeaux and the Rhône.
75.0CL
Only 6 left
Lebanon :: Bekaa Valley
Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignan (Mazuelo), Cinsaut/Cinsault
Body: d - Medium to Full
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Rich, powerful and concentrated - classic Serge winemaking.
75.0CL
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Lebanon :: Bekaa Valley
Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignan (Mazuelo), Cinsaut/Cinsault
Body: e - Full
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Lighter, more aromatic and fragrant then other years, but still typical Musar.
75.0CL
Out of stock
Lebanon :: Bekaa Valley
Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignan (Mazuelo), Cinsaut/Cinsault
Body: e - Full
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Big and perfectly balanced. A beautiful wine.
75.0CL
Out of stock
Lebanon :: Bekaa Valley
Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignan (Mazuelo), Cinsaut/Cinsault
Body: e - Full
Ready to drink
Made from Cabernet and Cinsault grown at 3000 feet, it has the character and nobility of an exotic, eccentric Bordeaux.
150.0CL
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