Château KsaraChâteau Rouge 2019

Product code: 23860
£33.00 inc VAT
£396.00 / case of 12
Lebanon
Red Wine from
Bekaa Valley, Lebanon
Country
Country: Lebanon
Region
Region: Bekaa Valley
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Château Ksara
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13.50%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: James Palgé
Grape
Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon
Grape: 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 10% Petit Verdot
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Country
Country: Lebanon
Region
Region: Bekaa Valley
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Château Ksara
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13.50%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: James Palgé
Grape
Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon
Grape: 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 10% Petit Verdot

Taste Profile

Light
Bold
Smooth
Tannic
Dry
Sweet
Soft
Acidic

Tasting Note

Vibrant, fruity aromas of raspberries and blackcurrant are supported by a wisp of vanilla. Powerful, rich and complex, with balanced and mellow tannins that get softer with time, taking on leathery and cedar characters. Lovely long finish.

Product Notes

Château Ksara Château Rouge is a sublime Lebanese wine, originating from the Bekaa Valley. This richly intense wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot, ageing for 12 months in French oak casks. It boasts a lush ruby hue with an aromatic medley of blackcurrant, cherry, and sweet spices. Upon tasting, you'll find smooth tannins and a long finish - rich in dark fruits and warm oak nuances. Ideal with red meats or mature cheeses, this elegant vintage brings a taste of the Levant to your table. A wine of character, Ksara Château Rouge marries complexity and balance.

About the Winery

Château Ksara

Established in 1857, Château Ksara holds the distinction of being Lebanon's oldest winery. Nestled in the heart of the Bekaa Valley, this internationally renowned vineyard is renowned for its commitment to tradition and quality, matched only by its drive for innovation.

Upon its founding by Jesuit monks, Château Ksara began making wine by traditional methods. However, the winery quickly adopted modern techniques, making this vineyard a unique fusion of old-world traditions with new-world technology.

Today the vineyard spans over 90 hectares of fertile land, cultivating a wide variety of grapes. These include French wine staples such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay and local variety such as the indigenous Obaideh and Merwah these vines thrive under the valley's abundant sunshine and mild Mediterranean climate.

Famous for its diverse range of wines, Château Ksara caters to a variety of palates. Whether you're a seasoned wine connoisseur or a novice, their robust reds, elegant whites, and delicate rosés are sure to tantalize taste buds. Each bottle expertly encapsulates the unique terroir of the Bekaa Valley.

Wine enthusiasts have the opportunity to visit Château Ksara's historic cellars. Built over 155 years ago, the winery's two-kilometre network of tunnels provides optimal conditions for aging its wines. While on site, visitors can savour a guided tasting of the winery's finest vintages.

In Château Ksara's commitment to sustainability, the vineyard has also introduced eco-friendly practices. They have moved towards organic farming, and are implementing a pioneering wastewater treatment system to reduce their environmental impact.

As Château Ksara moves into the future it remains a shining example of Lebanese wine culture, reflecting the region's rich and diverse history through every bottle it creates, one glass of Château Ksara's wine and you'll be transported straight to the heart of the Bekka Valley.

https://www.chateauksara.com

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