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Wine Description
The Story
Musar Jeune white was first produced in 2006 with newly planted varieties, Vermentino (40%), Viognier (30%) and Chardonnay (30%) – expressing vibrant fruit flavours from young Bekaa Valley vines. Chardonnay was the first to arrive at the winery on the 3rd August with a yield of 10 hl/ha, followed by Viognier on the 4th with Vermentino last on the 18th – both with yields of 15 hl/ha. The vines used for Musar Jeune White are from our organically...
Wine Information
Fermentation of these white grapes was controlled at between 19 and 22 degrees in stainless steel vats and as usual, Vermentino proved to be the best grape for hot summers. Chardonnay developed differently, with a distinct orange colouring from the sun, coupled with the release of skin colour during pressing. Viognier revealed a wonderful combination of taste and fragrance which is developing over time. Malo-lactic fermentation occurred within...