Château KsaraGris de Gris 2018

Name: Gris de Gris
Brand: Château Ksara
SKU: VIN-003909
Price: 178.8 GBP
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Product code: 3909

£14.90 inc VAT

£178.80 / case of 12

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Rosé Wine from
Bekaa Valley, Lebanon

Country: Lebanon

Region: Bekaa Valley

Type: Rosé Wine

Winery: Château Ksara

Alcohol: 13.50%

Volume: 750 ml

Winemaker: James Palgé

Grape: Grenache/Garnacha

Grape: 60% Grenache Gris, 40% Cinsault

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Country: Lebanon

Region: Bekaa Valley

Type: Rosé Wine

Winery: Château Ksara

Alcohol: 13.50%

Volume: 750 ml

Winemaker: James Palgé

Grape: Grenache/Garnacha

Grape: 60% Grenache Gris, 40% Cinsault

Taste Profile

Light

Bold

Dry

Sweet

Soft

Acidic

Product Notes

Château Ksara Gris de Gris is a magnificent rosé wine hailing from Lebanon's pioneering winery, Château Ksara. Exhibiting a palatable harmony between acidity and plush fruit flavours, it presents an exquisite blend of Cinsault, Grenache Gris, and Carignan. Displaying a delicate old pink colour, this wine boasts a crisp and pleasing mineral structure. Its nose instantly offers a symphony of intriguing aromas, embracing exotic fruits, apple, and patchouli scents. Ideal served chilled, it matches splendidly with salads, grilled fish, and spicy dishes, making it an inviting companion for gastronomical explorations. Enjoy a bottle of oriental allure with Château Ksara Gris de Gris.

About the Winery

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.

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