COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Merlot
PRODUCER
Domaine Wardy
REGION
Bekaa Valley
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Domaine Wardy Merlot 2019 is a single-varietal red wine from the Bekaa Valley, Lebanon. Produced by the fourth-generation family winery Domaine Wardy, established in 1881, this wine highlights the unique terroir of its high-altitude vineyard location on limestone and gravel soils. The winery's history is rooted in the legacy of Wardy Mousallem, a matriarch who guided the family's viticultural endeavors. Domaine Wardy is known for its commitment to both traditional winemaking and modern elegance, with a growing focus on organic and vegan practices. The wine's label design incorporates a Middle-Eastern mosaic, signifying its Lebanese origin.
ALCOHOL
14.6%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Label features a Middle-Eastern mosaic reflecting its Lebanese heritage.
Fact 02
Vineyards are located on the slopes of the Bekaa Valley at high altitude.
Fact 03
Winery is committed to organic and vegan practices.
Fact 04
Domaine Wardy champions indigenous Lebanese grape varieties alongside international ones.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Domaine Wardy Merlot 2019 undergoes fermentation in stainless steel tanks, followed by a skin maceration period of 16 days. The wine is then aged for 8 months in French oak barrels, specifically 5-6 year old ones. The harvest for this vintage was conducted on August 19, 2019, with grapes being handpicked. The winery is committed to sustainable farming and is increasing its focus on organic and vegan practices.
