Chateau Oumsiyat, Desir, 2021, Lebanon (V) Red Wines

Chateau Oumsiyat, Desir, 2021, Lebanon (V) Red WinesOriginating from Lebanon, this exquisite red wine boasts a medium bodied profile characterized by the vibrant interplay of red and black berried fruit flavours. A blend of Tempranillo, Cab Sauv, Syrah and Cinsault.

Richly textured

showing refreshing acidity and delicate and integrated tannins

dried sultanas and hints of vanilla with a finish of lingering salty chocolate and a light hint of aromatic wood smoke

but this wine is certainly not

Chardonnay (30%)

this wine is as unique as it is expressive

which create long ripening periods for the grapes allowing them to build up rich fruit flavours during the warmth of the day

smooth red

but also some smoky notes and hints of wet leaves in a forest (what the wine trade loves to call ‘sous bois’)

California

blackcurrant and loamy soil

with malt loaf