Journey through the first ever organic winery in Lebanon at an exclusive event at Grapeskin, the cosy bar and kitchen located in La Ville Hotel & Suites CITY WALK Dubai, on Friday 3rd March, 7pm onwards.
The second in a series of wine tasting events, the evening will offer grape-lovers the chance to hear of the fascinating, almost 100-year history of Chateau Musar, a 180-hectar vineyard which sits in an exceptional locale in the Bekaa Valley, nestled between snow-topped mountain ranges, stretching across to Lebanon’s Mediterranean coastline – land where wine has been cultivated for more than 6,000 years.
A fascinating dive into the history of the vineyard will be shared within the friendly, cosy environment Grapeskin is known for, creating a feeling of being invited in on decades-old winemaking secrets. And the vineyard’s heritage is as enthralling as the wines themselves. Guests will hear about its conception in 1930 by 20-year-old Gaston Hochar, the creative ways in which it survived through World War 2 and the Lebanese Civil War, and the five generations of the same family who have led the winery into the globally recognised vineyard it is today.
The Hochar family’s natural approach to winemaking means that the vineyards are managed with a minimum of human intervention and fermentation is done with wild yeast, using as little fermentation as possible, and all grapes hand-picked by Bedouins. In 2006, Musa Winery’s vineyards were certified organic, making it the first winery in Lebanon to receive this stamp of approval – official certification of the remote and charming “organic” environment for which Musar Vineyards have drawn tacit approval for, for decades.
A winemaker representative will present few of the chateau’s most iconic wines, including Musar Rose, Musar Jeune Blanc, Musar Jeune Red and Chateau Musar Rouge 2011 which have devotees across the globe and even their own fan club, which eagerly await each year’s vintage.
Guests can enjoy the tasting as part of a wine flight or opt for a specially curated a la carte menu, designed to perfectly complement the wines.
Grapeskin is a specialist wine bar where guests can discover the top wines from around the world, in a relaxed setting with great music and delicious menus. The industrial-style space oozes fun, and guests are encouraged to ‘come as they are’ to enjoy delicious wines with friends, in an atmosphere that will persuade you to stay until closing.
This one-of-a-kind event is the second event in a series of new Wine Maker evenings where experts from vineyards across the world come to present their best-loved bottles at Grapeskin. Keep an eye on La Ville channels to hear when the next one is announced.
Nestled within the courtyard at La Ville Hotel & Suites CITY WALK Dubai, Grapeskin is the perfect hangout for friends or couples. Their knowledgeable team will help you choose the perfect wine to suit your mood or occasion, with dishes or platters to match.
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