Château Musar 2003

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Château Musar 2003

Producer: Château Musar | Appellation: Bekaa Valley, Lebanon
Vintage: 2003 | Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cinsault, Carignan
Drinking Window: 2010–2040+ | Aging Potential: 30+ years

The Wine

The 2003 Château Musar is a quintessential expression of Lebanon’s most celebrated estate — exotic, complex, and beautifully evolved. The vintage was marked by a hot, dry summer that produced concentrated fruit balanced by Musar’s signature freshness and unique oxidative style. Now fully mature yet still vibrant, this wine captures the character and soul of Serge Hochar’s winemaking philosophy: authenticity, patience, and individuality.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Aromas of dried cherries, figs, cedar, and leather mingle with warm spice, tobacco, and hints of game.

Palate: Medium to full-bodied with a supple texture and layers of red and black fruit, earth, and savoury herbs. The tannins are velvety, and the acidity provides a beautiful lift.

Finish: Long and evolving, with notes of dried fruit, balsamic, and spice lingering on the palate.

Producer Details

Founded in 1930 by Gaston Hochar, Château Musar is a legendary family-run estate that has defined Lebanese fine wine for generations. Based in the Bekaa Valley, the winery produces wines of remarkable individuality, blending ancient winemaking traditions with minimal intervention. Each vintage is a reflection of both its environment and Musar’s enduring philosophy of natural balance and longevity.

Wine Details

Vinification: Fermented in concrete vats using natural yeasts; aged in French oak for 12 months before extended bottle aging at the château
Alcohol Content: ~14% ABV
Cellaring: Ready to drink now but will continue to evolve gracefully for decades

Food Pairing Suggestions

Ideal with roast lamb, game, or dishes featuring Middle Eastern spices — also pairs beautifully with aged cheeses like Comté or Manchego.