{"product_id":"chateau-marsyas-red-2017-bekaa-valley-lebanon","title":"Château Marsyas Red 2017 Bekaa Valley Lebanon","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eChâteau Marsyas Red 2017 \u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBekaa Valley, Lebanon\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Marsyas Red 2017 is one of Lebanon's finest Bordeaux-inspired wines, crafted in the high-altitude vineyards of the Bekaa Valley by the Saadé family. Situated at approximately 900 meters above sea level on red clay and limestone soils, the estate consistently produces wines of remarkable elegance, freshness, and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2017 vintage benefited from a cool growing season with moderate summer temperatures that allowed the grapes to ripen slowly while retaining exceptional freshness. The result is a beautifully balanced wine that combines richness with finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blend is composed of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e35% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30% Syrah\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20% Cabernet Franc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10% Merlot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5% Petit Verdot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-harvested grapes undergo meticulous double sorting before the wine is aged for 12 months in French oak barrels, with 20% new oak and the remainder in one- to four-year-old barrels, adding complexity without overwhelming the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep ruby-purple in color, Château Marsyas 2017 opens with expressive aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, paprika, cracked black pepper, fresh mint, and subtle licorice. The palate is powerful yet polished, offering layers of ripe dark fruit wrapped in velvety tannins. Notes of spice, cedar, graphite, and herbs lead into a long, refined finish accented by hints of licorice and savory minerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a sophisticated Mediterranean red that beautifully combines Bordeaux structure with Rhône-inspired richness, making it one of Lebanon's benchmark wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeep ruby with dark purple reflections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlackcurrant, blackberry, paprika, cracked pepper, fresh mint, licorice, cedar and subtle herbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFull-bodied and velvety with concentrated dark fruit, polished tannins, balanced acidity, spice, graphite and exceptional freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLong, elegant and persistent with lingering black fruit, licorice and mineral notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrilled lamb chops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeef tenderloin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRibeye steak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVenison\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBraised short ribs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast duck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMushroom dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged Gouda\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComté\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManchego\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eServing Recommendations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eServing Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16–18°C (60–64°F)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecant:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–2 hours recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring Potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drink now through 2035+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vineyards are farmed without herbicides or pesticides, while cereal crops are planted between vine rows to improve soil aeration and organic matter. Grapes are harvested manually into small 10 kg crates and undergo double sorting before fermentation. 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