Chateau Musar 2015

Wine Description & Tasting Notes

Chateau Musar was established in 1930 by Gaston Hochar at the tender age of 20. His inspiration was both the 6,000-year winemaking history of Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley and also his time in Bordeaux – a connection which was strengthened during the Second World War when he befriended Major Ronald Barton of Château Langoa-Barton while he was stationed in Lebanon.

Chateau Musar has been described by many as one of the great wines of the world. Each year, the final blend has varying percentages of each grape variety, and they in turn are sourced from several vineyard sites, resulting in intriguing blends that evolve from year to year. Chateau Musar is a wine that needs time in bottle and is usually kept in vats for several years by the Hochars before being released for sale.

Colour: deep ruby

Nose: aromas of fresh red fruits and hedgerow berries, with delicate notes of peppery-spice and leather

Palate: similar to the nose, with soft vanilla, warm spice and cocoa notes. Fresh acidity and supple tannins

Food Pairings: perfect with richer meats like duck and ribeye steak

Drinking well and also recommended for ageing another 10 years+