Chris and John visited the wines of Massaya about ten years ago but this is a mere pin-drop in the country’s ancient winemaking heritage, which dates back thousands of years to the Phoenicians. Grown primarily in the Bekaa Valley, where the high altitude and Mediterranean climate create ideal conditions, these wines often blend traditional French varietals like Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and Cinsault. Known for their bold character, deep colour, and complex flavours, Lebanese reds typically offer notes of dark berries, spice, and earth. Renowned wineries such as Château Musar and Massaya have helped put Lebanon on the global wine map, blending tradition with innovation to produce wines of remarkable depth and aging potential.
