Château KsaraRéserve du Couvent 2020

Product code: 17631
£13.70 inc VAT
£164.40 / case of 12
Country
Country: Lebanon
Region
Region: Bekaa Valley
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13.5%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: James Palgé
Grape: 40% Shiraz/Syrah, 30% Cabernet Franc, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon
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Country
Country: Lebanon
Region
Region: Bekaa Valley
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13.5%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: James Palgé
Grape: 40% Shiraz/Syrah, 30% Cabernet Franc, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon

Product Notes

Château Ksara Réserve du Couvent is a delectable Lebanese wine that presents a striking blend of elegance and rich aromas. Boasting a harmonious mix of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Cabernet Franc, it exhibits a complex presence of red and dark fruits layered with subtle hints of oak and spice. This full-bodied wine carries a fine balance of tannins and acidity, meeting the palate with a long, satisfying finish. With its broad, savoury profile, Château Ksara Réserve du Couvent is a divine companion for steak or game dishes, and the true embodiment of Lebanon's winemaking prowess.

Tasting Notes

This wine with its dark ruby-red colour is a fusion of finesse and elegance; with notes of beautifully integrated oak and vanilla enveloped in supple, pure and round tannins and a wonderful persistence on the palate.

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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