Ixsir Altitudes Rouge 2012
Ixsir has highest vineyards in northern hemisphere. Leather, black cherry, blackberry, pepper, redcurrant, herbs. Good structure, long aftertaste.
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2012
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Ixsir Altitudes Rouge 2012
An exquisite blend from Lebanon, showcasing the distinct terroir of the Bekaa Valley. This wine entices with a complex and layered nose, where initial aromas of fresh raspberries and ripe cherries meld seamlessly with the more nuanced scents of oak spices, dark chocolate, and a touch of balsamic. As you take your first sip, the wine reveals a medium-bodied structure with medium tannins and medium-plus acidity, offering a balanced and harmonious tasting experience.
On the palate, the Ixsir Altitudes Rouge unfolds with vibrant flavors of ripe raspberries, juicy blackberries, and succulent cherries, intertwined with the richness of oak spices and dark chocolate. Subtle hints of balsamic and a whisper of herbaceous notes add an extra layer of complexity, making each sip a delightful exploration of flavors. The wine’s bright and fruity character is complemented by a refined elegance, resulting in a profile that is both very fresh and incredibly drinkable.
With its long and satisfying finish, the 2012 Ixsir Altitudes Rouge leaves a lasting impression, inviting you to savor each moment of the tasting journey. This wine is perfect for pairing with a variety of dishes, from hearty meat-based meals to more intricate and flavorful vegetarian options.
The Ixsir Altitudes Rouge 2012 is crafted with meticulous attention to detail, reflecting the dedication of the winemakers in Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley. The grapes are carefully handpicked from vineyards situated at high altitudes, which contribute to the wine’s unique character and complexity.
After harvesting, the grapes undergo a gentle fermentation process in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, allowing the fruit flavors to shine through while preserving the wine’s freshness and vibrancy. Following fermentation, the wine is aged in French oak barrels for 12 months. This aging process imparts subtle oak spices and a hint of chocolate, adding depth and structure to the wine.
The result is a well-balanced red blend with a medium-bodied structure, medium tannins, and medium-plus acidity, making it both elegant and drinkable. The careful production and aging process ensure that the Ixsir Altitudes Rouge 2012 delivers a harmonious and enjoyable tasting experience.
The vision behind IXSIR is to reveal the best terroirs of Lebanon, some long since forgotten. Cultivated with respect to sustainable agriculture, IXSIR’s vineyards are spread across the mountains of Lebanon on clay-calcareous and limestone soil, from Batroun to Jezzine, benefiting from microclimates that are unique to Lebanon. IXSIR’s vineyards culminate at an altitude of 1,800 metres, making them the highest in the Northern Hemisphere.
Cabernet Sauvignon
World-renowned and well-travelled, cabernet sauvignon wines makes some of the world’s finest red wines, working either on its own, or blended with other varieties.
While many grape varieties are known for their friendly fruit aromas, cabernet sauvignon’s success as a fine wine lies in its subtleties: secondary, complex flavours that have the potential to develop deliciously in bottle over time. For this reason, cabernet is often seen as quite a ‘serious’ red wine designed for cellaring and keeping for many years. However, you can certainly find younger, fruitier styles to help you explore the flavours of this iconic grape.
Caladoc
The Caladoc grape, a robust progeny of Grenache and Malbec, is a testament to the ingenuity of French viticulture. With its medium-sized, slightly elliptical berries that boast a blue-black hue, the Caladoc grape is as visually striking as it is agronomically advantageous.
Caladoc’s wines are typically deep red with violet tones, characterized by a medium to full body and an aromatic profile rich with notes of blackberries, cherries, and plums, complemented by hints of spices like pepper and cloves.
This grape variety thrives in the warm, dry climates of regions such as Languedoc-Roussillon and Provence, where it is resistant to diseases and pests thanks to its thick skin. The Caladoc grape contributes to the aging potential of the wines, enhancing their structure and intensity, and is also used in the production of vibrant rose wines
Syrah
Syrah, or shiraz as it’s known in the New World, is considered to be one of the great noble black grape varieties, because it can produce such deliciously dark, full-bodied and age-worthy wines.
Expect rich, brooding flavours of blackberry, black plums and blackcurrant, with spicy, coffee, leathery and liquorice notes in hotter regions and gamey, truffle notes developing with a bit of age.
Tempranillo
Tempranillo is a very old, thick skinned grape variety with deep colour. It’s the fourth most planted grape variety in the world and the most widely planted red variety in its native Spain. In fact, the name Tempranillo actually comes from the Spanish word temprano, meaning “early”, in reference to the early ripening of the grapes in comparison to other varietals. While Tempranillo is the dominant Spanish grape, it’s primarily used for blending with other varieties including Garnacha, Mazuelo and Graciano, to create a wonderfully balanced red wines, such as those from Rioja.
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The Country
Lebanon’s winemaking heritage is as ancient as its history, with roots stretching back to the Phoenician era, when wine was traded across the Mediterranean as early as 1200 BC. The country’s wines are a reflection of its rich past and the influence of French viticulture during the period of the French protectorate from 1916 to 1943. Today, Lebanon boasts around 5,000 hectares of vineyards, producing approximately 78,500 hectolitres of wine annually, with red wines constituting over 70% of the production. The Bekaa Valley, with its favorable climate and terroir, is the heart of Lebanese winemaking, home to renowned wineries like Château Ksara and Château Musar. These wines are celebrated for their unique profiles, often blending traditional Lebanese grape varieties with international ones, resulting in wines that carry the essence of Lebanon’s diverse landscape and storied history
The Region
The Bekaa Valley is the heartland of modern Lebanese wine, producing nearly 90% of Lebanon’s wine.
The oldest winery in the area is Chateau Ksara, established by Jesuit Christians in 1857
The original Bekaa Valley vineyards were planted with Cinsaut, which was later joined by other French vine varieties.
The Producer
The vision behind IXSIR is to reveal the best terroirs of Lebanon, some long since forgotten. Cultivated with respect to sustainable agriculture, IXSIR’s vineyards are spread across the mountains of Lebanon on clay-calcareous and limestone soil, from Batroun to Jezzine, benefiting from microclimates that are unique to Lebanon. IXSIR’s vineyards culminate at an altitude of 1,800 metres, making them the highest in the Northern Hemisphere.
