Discover Chateau Musar and the story of our winery. Many people ask why Chateau Musar’s winery is more than a two and a half hour drive from the vineyards in the Bekaa Valley. When Gaston Hochar began making wine in 1930, the boundaries of Lebanon had not been set, and he wanted to ensure that his premises would be inside the newly demarcated country.
The 2026 Cinsault harvest at the Chateau #Musar vineyards has delivered a remarkable vintage, proving once again why this historic grape remains the undisputed star of Lebanese winemaking.A unique growing season defined by late maturation forced our vineyard team to delay their picking dates well into late September and early October. This extended time on the vine, allowed the grapes to develop an exceptionally thick skin, which protected the fruit and locked in vital acidity. As a result, the berries yielded highly concentrated juice boasting an outstanding level of phenolic maturation. The balance of rich colour, refined tannins, and deep aromatic complexity achieved this year, ensures that Cinsault will continue to anchor Chateau Musar's finest blends.While varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache and Syrah thrive in the #Bekaa Valley, #Cinsault, alongside his heritage brother Carignan, holds a sacred status in Lebanese #viticulture. Introduced over a century ago, their deep roots and old vine plantations are perfectly adapted to the country’s arid, high-altitude terroir and clay-limestone soils. It reliably handles intense summer heat while retaining its signature freshness, bright red-fruit character, and distinct spice notes, cementing its place as the true soul of the Chateau Musar #harvest. ...
