Country: Lebanon
Wineries: Aunata Reserve, Aurora, Chateau Ka, Chateau Kefraya, Domaine Wardy & Chateau Sanctus.
Varieties: Syrah 70%, Cabernet Sauvignon 17%, Cabernet Franc 7% and Grenache 6%
Vintages: 2013 (1%), 2018 (9%), 2019 (73%) & 2020 (17%)
Regions: Batroun (Aoura, Marmama), Central bekaa (Ablah), North Bekaa (Ainata, Baalbeck) & West Bekaa (Kefraya)
Terroirs: clay, limestone, gravel & stone
Altitude: Between 1,000m and 1,800m
Vines: Between 7 and 22 years
Wine aging: 50% inox tank, 45% French oak barrels (225L and 300L) and 5% American oak barrels (225L)
Tasting notes: A seductive nose of ginger, pomegranate and white pepper. Lush blackberry and plum greet you on the palate, with a dash of crushed black pepper. Dry, full-bodied with fresh acidity and firm tannins, this wine is elegant, long and as spicy as we like our lives to be.
Perfect service: Decanted and served at 18°C
Food Pairings: Feel free to pair ataomo Lebanon with sweet and spicy or creamy sauced beef and pork or with grilled vegetables.
