Chateau Belle Vue La Renaissance 2014

60% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon

Steep, terraced slopes between 950 and 1,200 meters above sea level.  Natural fermentation (with no yeast added) takes place during a period of 3-4 weeks in stainless steel tanks.  When alcoholic fermentation is finished, the wine is pressed and stored until malolactic fermentation is complete. The wine is then aged in French oak barrels for 24 months, separated by varietal.  Bottle aged for 9+ years before release.  Vibrant, deep ruby color with rich purple undertones. Earthy and complex with prominent aromas of ripe plum, blackberry, dark chocolate, orange peel, and toasted almond. Full-bodied and rich, showcasing dark red fruits, sultana raisins, toffee, and sweet vanilla. Supported by a firm, evolved tannic structure, balancing acidity, and hallmark Lebanese exotic spiciness (cocoa, flint, white pepper). 14.5% ABV