Soupir

2022 was characterized as an early vintage. Low rainfall during winter was followed by hot, dry conditions in the summer. The dry, warm weather helped keep the vineyard disease free and produced grapes with good concentration of fruit. The vintage took place earlier than in average years, with fruit in excellent health and good polyphenolic maturity.

Mount Lebanon, Lebanon

The vines are planted at an altitude of 1,000 meters above sea level, where Mediterranean climate sees warm days tempered by cooler nights. The summer diurnal temperature difference is 20°C, which encourages an extended ripening period, concentrating the flavors and aromatic complexity in the berries, while retaining balancing acidity from the cool nights. The soil is calcareous clay which is a cool soil that has good water retention properties to nourish the vines during the hot, dry summers. Due to its pH, calcareous clay soils tend to produce refreshing wines, which encourages further balance to the ripeness of fruit. The vines are cane pruned and are planted at a density of 4,000 vines per hectare. The vineyard is cultivated with respect for the environment and the grapes are hand-harvested at optimal maturity.

This rosé was produced using the saignée method; after a short maceration on the skins the juice was ‘bled’ off, imparting the delicate salmon pink color. The must was racked and fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks with selected yeasts at controlled temperatures of 14 to 16°C. The wine did not go through malolactic fermentation and was made without any oak influence resulting in this fresh and aromatic rosé.

A delicately colored rosé with notes wild red berried fruit complemented by subtle floral notes. Stylish with dry palate through a refreshing finish.

Syrah 80% & Tempranillo 20%