2002 CHÂTEAU MUSAR - SWEET AND SOUR

There is little to be said about the great Lebanese estate Chateau Musar that hasn’t already been said and written many times over. In short, the 2002 release is in great form, distinctly Musar with its slight volatility on the nose and wonderful marriage of sweet, savoury and spice on the palate.

If anything, Musar tends to be slightly under-sold in Australia. Perhaps it’s just a bit too quirky for some? For those that know the style, the 2002 is bang on the money, and should reward cellaring from many years to come. For those that don’t. it’s well and truly time to get acquainted to one of the wine world’s true gems.

2002 CHÂTEAU MUSAR
Producer: Château Musar
Variety: Cabernet et al
Vintage: 2002
Region: Bekaa Valley, Lebanon
ABV: 14.0%
Closure: Natural cork
Retail Price: $65.00
Date tasted: 27 July 2014

Tasting Note:
Mid-ruby red. Open and alluring nose of cherry, sweet plums, sandalwood, leather and exotic spices. Dry, medium bodied, relatively soft tannins, fine balanced acidity. Excellent fruit intensity in the form of a sweet red fruits. Spice on the nose flows through to the palate, lending genuine complexity and a touch of pizzazz!
Score: 17.5/20