2019 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 12.5%
Grape Varieties Obaideh 60%; Merwah 40%
Region Bekaa Valley
Harvest Dates Obaideh: 28 September 2019; Merwah: 16 October 2019
Fermentation Vessels New French oak barrels
Oak Types French oak
Bottling Date Summer 2020
Serving Temperature 15°C · 59°F
Production Details Fruit came from vineyards planted 50–90 years ago at approximately 1,300 metres. Merwah and Obaideh fermented for nine months in new French oak, were blended in spring 2020, cold stabilised and bottled in summer 2020. Malolactic fermentation was delayed, with some vats and barrels still undergoing it in early December.
Tasting Notes Light golden colour; bright lemony acidity, delicate floral notes, stone fruit, honeyed creamy texture and subtle minerality.
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2018 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 12.0%
Residual Sugar 1.6 g/L
pH 3.37
Total Acidity 3.7 g/L
Calories (estimated) 100 kcal / glass
150ml glass100 kcal
750ml bottle500 kcal
Grape Varieties Obaideh 60%; Merwah 40%
Region Bekaa Valley
Harvest Dates Merwah: 18 September 2018; Obaideh: 22 September 2018
Fermentation Vessels New French oak barrels
Oak Types French oak
Bottling Date Summer 2019
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Fining Agents Bentonite
Vegan Yes
Vegetarian Yes
Serving Temperature 15°C · 59°F
Closure Cork
Production Details Both varieties were pressed and racked, fermented for nine months in new French oak, blended in spring 2019, cold stabilised and bottled in summer 2019. The vineyards were planted 50–90 years ago at approximately 1,300 metres. Release was scheduled for late summer or early autumn 2024.
Tasting Notes Fine lemon-gold; lemon, lime, oregano and pine aromas; a zesty palate of pears, apples and fresh Mediterranean herbs; youthful, complex and persistent.
2017 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 11.5%
Grape Varieties Obaideh 60%; Merwah 40%
Region Bekaa Valley
Harvest Dates Obaideh: 19 September 2017; Merwah: 27 September 2017
Fermentation Vessels New French Nevers oak barrels
Oak Types French Nevers oak
Bottling Date Summer 2018
Production Details Both varieties fermented for nine months in new French Nevers oak barrels, then were blended, cold stabilised and bottled in summer 2018. The vintage was released in spring 2023.
Tasting Notes Pale lemon; apple, fresh hay, vanilla, grapefruit and orange blossom; sweet basil, peach and tarte Tatin on the palate; elegant structure with long ageing potential.
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2016 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 12.0%
Grape Varieties Obaideh 60%; Merwah 40%
Region Bekaa Valley
Harvest Dates Obaideh: 20 September 2016; Merwah: 1 October 2016
Fermentation Vessels Merwah: new Nevers oak barrels; Obaideh: stainless-steel vats
Oak Types Nevers oak
Bottling Date Summer 2017
Production Details The high-altitude vineyards were at 1,200–1,400 metres. Merwah fermented and aged for nine months on its lees in new Nevers oak, while Obaideh fermented in stainless-steel vats. Fermentation temperatures ranged from 19–23°C; malolactic fermentation proceeded smoothly. The wine was blended, cold stabilised and bottled in summer 2017, then released in 2022 after six years of ageing.
Tasting Notes Pale gold; quince, lemon zest, baked apple and vanilla; citrus, subtle herbs, grapefruit and preserved lemon; ripe yet fresh, with a long dry finish.
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2001 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 12.5%
Grape Varieties Obaideh and Merwah
Region Bekaa Valley
Harvest Dates Mid-October 2001
Fermentation Vessels French Nevers oak barrels
Oak Types French Nevers oak
Serving Temperature 15°C · 59°F
Production Details The wine fermented for nine months in French Nevers oak barrels, was blended and bottled at the end of its first year, and was released in 2008 after six years of ageing.
Tasting Notes Deep golden straw; toasted brioche, almonds, apricot, baked apple, ripe pear, vanilla and honey; opulent buttery texture with nuts, tarte Tatin, butterscotch, apple and quince; long caramelised finish.
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