Chateau Musar White is a remarkably distinctive Lebanese wine that combines tradition with a touch of the exotic. Made primarily from the indigenous Obaideh and Merwah grape varieties, it's matured in French oak barrels for nine months, adding subtle notes of vanilla to its complex profile. Its intriguing aroma showcases an amalgamation of honeyed citrus, apricot, almond, and herbs. On the palate, it seamlessly melds the richness of cream with refreshing acidity, offering a long, lingering finish. Ideal for adventurous wine explorers, Chateau Musar White beautifully caricatures the extraordinary vineyards of Bekaa Valley.

Tasting Notes

In their youth: yellow-gold, subtly oaky, and creamy-textured, rich yet dry and intensely citrusy, with honeyed nuances. Wholly unique, the style has been described as resembling ‘dry Sauternes’ or mature white Graves. Chateau Musar Whites develop tawny hues and mellow spicy characters as they age. The cellars at Ghazir holds bottles of this wine dating as far back as 1954.

About the Winery

Set beautifully amidst the spectacular landscapes of the Bekaa Valley in Lebanon, the Chateau Musar winery is a true wine connoisseur's paradise. It is one of the most outstanding and recognised wineries in the Middle East for its exquisite heritage and remarkable selection of wines. Founded in 1930 by Gaston Hochar, Chateau Musar swiftly gained an enviable status among global wine enthusiasts, and still today is renowned for its timeless and traditional winemaking techniques.

The wines of Chateau Musar are indeed as unique as the terroir they come from. The vineyards, nestled between two mountain ranges, enjoy a brilliantly Mediterranean climate, favouring the cultivation of a variety of grapes, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Cinsault and Carignan.

At heart, the winery is not just about their impressive range of wines but also the symbol of resilience against insurmountable odds. Despite the adversities of war and conflict, Chateau Musar never ceased production since its first vintage in 1930; a testament to the family's unshakeable commitment and the enduring allure of these remarkable wines.

Also, Chateau Musar is a trailblazer in both organic and naturally fermented winemaking methods, untouched by the trend of synthetic fertilisers and pesticides in the wave of industrialised wine production. The wines are allowed to ferment naturally with home-grown yeasts and are bottled unfiltered in a nod to traditional practices.

This charming winery offers an unforgettable experience to its visitors. The wine tastings conducted in the age-old cellars, punctuated by the fascinating stories of the family's heritage, whisk you away into a heady world of flavour and history.

Fusing the artistry of winemaking with a commitment to environmentally-friendly practices, Chateau Musar has a wine-making ethos that's nothing short of inspirational, It is a symbol of grace amid chaos, and an icon of Lebanese courage and fortitude.

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