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Review of the Lebanese Wine called Maison by Karam Wines

Lebanese Wines: Karam Wines Maison Red 2021

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Name: Karam Wines Maison Red 2021
Type: Red Wine
Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cinsault, Syrah
Year: 2021
Country: Lebanon
Region: South Lebanon
Date Consumed: November 24, 2024

They named this wine accurately, I’d say. The Maison by Karam Wines is a “nice and easy” blend. It might have multiple grape varieties in it, but they all come together to deliver a satiny sip.

This medium-bodied, dry red wine is well-balanced, casual, friendly with soft tannins, and enjoyable in pajamas. I’d pair it with buttery or cheesy popcorns and drink it while binge watching an undemanding comedy series.

I got notes of black berries, cherries, liquorice, and some oak.

Review of the Lebanese Wine Chateau Marsyas Satyr Red 2018

Lebanese Wines: Chateau Marsyas Satyr Red 2018

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Name: Chateau Marsyas Satyr Red 2018
Type: Red Wine
Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon
Year: 2018
Country: Lebanon
Region: Bekaa Valley
Date Consumed: November 20, 2024

Quaffable. An unimposing harmony of notes made of black cherry, black currant, and a variety of ripe berries.

Paired with cured meats and cheeses, this cabernet sauvignon can be enjoyed by the fireplace starting Advent Sunday until the end of winter. (Of course, if you really want to, you can uncork a bottle in November, too, like I did.)

Although the Satyr Red is not a wine that was born to be in the spotlight, it’s still modestly impressive. It has character. You can expect your friends to say things like, “Mm, nice wine. What is it?”

Overall, it’s a smooth wine that can be enjoyed during cozy gatherings.

Review of a Lebanese Red Wine: Chateau Trois Collines Red Ample

Lebanese Wines: Chateau Trois Collines Red Ample 2019

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Name: Chateau Trois Collines Red Ample 2019
Type: Red Wine
Grapes: Sangiovese, Merlot
Year: 2019
Country: Lebanon
Region: Bekaa Valley
Date Consumed: May 16, 2024

The Ample is an award-winning, smooth, medium-bodied red wine from North Bekaa. It’s slightly ferric, and it comes with strong notes of red fruits, especially cherries. I paired it with various types of strong cheeses, and I think it would be enough if I said that I enjoyed every sip as much as every bite.

Would I drink this wine again? Likely, yes. In general, the Sangiovese is not my favorite grape, but I liked this blend by Chateau Trois Collines.

And I wonder how this vintage will taste like five years from now.

Cigar Pairing: I believe a mild cigar with a claro or a Colorado wrapper would have enhanced the overall experience.