Château KsaraChâteau Rouge 2011

Name: Château Rouge
Brand: Château Ksara
SKU: VIN-006962
Price: 403.2 GBP
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Product code: 6962

£33.60 inc VAT

£403.20 / case of 12

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Red Wine from
Bekaa Valley, Lebanon

Country: Lebanon

Region: Bekaa Valley

Type: Red Wine

Winery: Château Ksara

Alcohol: 13.5%

Volume: 750 ml

Winemaker: James Palgé

Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon

Grape: 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 10% Petit Verdot

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Country: Lebanon

Region: Bekaa Valley

Type: Red Wine

Winery: Château Ksara

Alcohol: 13.5%

Volume: 750 ml

Winemaker: James Palgé

Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon

Grape: 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 10% Petit Verdot

Product Notes

Château Ksara Château Rouge is a captivating Lebanese wine boasting an intriguing blend of richness and elegance. Its alluring ruby hue teases the senses, while its complex bouquet suggests plummy fruits, warm spices, and a hint of oak. Each sip offers intense, rounded flavours of ripe fruits, mingling with hints of tobacco and vanilla. The tannins are well-structured yet supple, providing longevity. A beautifully balanced wine, Château Rouge exhibits a uniquely Middle Eastern take on classic Bordeaux styles. This enchanting wine is an exquisite accompaniment for hearty meat dishes, making it a must-try for adventurous wine enthusiasts and gourmands alike.

Tasting Notes

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.

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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