{"product_id":"chateau-musar-2019","title":"Chateau Musar 2019","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"60\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"60\"\u003eChateau Musar 2018 – An iconic red wine from Lebanon\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"62\" data-end=\"181\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem]\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"25\"\u003e2018 Chateau Musar\u003c\/strong\u003e is a characterful red wine from Lebanon's \u003cstrong data-start=\"64\" data-end=\"80\"\u003eBekaa Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem]\"\u003eThis vintage is a harmonious blend of equal parts \u003cstrong data-start=\"57\" data-end=\"79\"\u003eCabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"81\" data-end=\"93\"\u003eCinsault,\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"97\" data-end=\"109\"\u003eCarignan\u003c\/strong\u003e , with each grape contributing to the wine's complexity and unique character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"230\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"230\"\u003eVineyards and region: Bekaa Valley, Lebanon\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"232\" data-end=\"351\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem]\"\u003eChateau Musar's vineyards are located in the \u003cstrong data-start=\"53\" data-end=\"69\"\u003eBekaa Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e , at an altitude of approximately 1,000 meters.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem]\"\u003eThis creates an ideal microclimate with warm days and cool nights, which contributes to the slow ripening and development of complex aromas in the grapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"353\" data-end=\"423\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"353\" data-end=\"423\"\u003eVinification and maturation: traditional methods and patient maturation\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"425\" data-end=\"622\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem]\"\u003eEach grape variety is fermented separately using \u003cstrong data-start=\"66\" data-end=\"88\"\u003enatural yeasts\u003c\/strong\u003e in concrete vats.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem]\"\u003eAfter fermentation, the wines are aged \u003cstrong data-start=\"35\" data-end=\"77\"\u003efor 12 months in French oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e from the Nevers region.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem]\"\u003eAfter blending, the wine undergoes a further aging period of approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"68\" data-end=\"78\"\u003ethree years\u003c\/strong\u003e in the bottle in the cellars of Château Musar before release.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem]\"\u003eThis lengthy process allows the wine to fully develop and achieve its characteristic complexity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"624\" data-end=\"665\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"624\" data-end=\"665\"\u003eTasting notes: rich and concentrated\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"667\" data-end=\"832\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem]\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"25\"\u003e2018 Château Musar\u003c\/strong\u003e has a garnet-red color and offers aromas of \u003cstrong data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"95\"\u003edried cherries\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"99\" data-end=\"121\"\u003eripe red fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem]\"\u003eThe palate is rich and concentrated, with notes of \u003cstrong data-start=\"56\" data-end=\"71\"\u003ecranberries\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"73\" data-end=\"85\"\u003eraisins\u003c\/strong\u003e , and \u003cstrong data-start=\"89\" data-end=\"99\"\u003edates\u003c\/strong\u003e , balanced by refreshing acidity and fine tannins.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem]\"\u003eSubtle notes of \u003cstrong data-start=\"24\" data-end=\"32\"\u003esmoke\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"34\" data-end=\"51\"\u003eblueberries\u003c\/strong\u003e , and \u003cstrong data-start=\"55\" data-end=\"73\"\u003esoft licorice\u003c\/strong\u003e contribute to the wine's complexity and depth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2 data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"884\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"884\"\u003eServing 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data-end=\"1077\"\u003eChateau Musar: a family legacy of passion and craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1244\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem]\"\u003eFounded in \u003cstrong data-start=\"13\" data-end=\"21\"\u003e1930\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003cstrong data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"44\"\u003eGaston Hochar\u003c\/strong\u003e , Château Musar has a rich history of dedication to winemaking.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem]\"\u003eDespite the challenges of Lebanon's history, including periods of conflict, the winery has consistently produced high-quality wines.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem]\"\u003eToday, the family business is continued by the third generation, who maintain the tradition of passion, perseverance, and 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