Portfolio - Lebanese Wine and Spirits

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This noble Syrah red wine is a 2016 vintage carefully vinified and patiently matured in French oak for 18 months, and the result is a Lebanese wine that reflects the Riachi heritage of passion and excellence.

Tasting notes: Aromatic nose of red fruits and floral notes. On the palate it starts of as fruity with notes of blackberries and dates then developed into roasted notes of the french oak, most notably vanilla, and chestnut.

Cuvée mmx is a 2010 vintage that is crafted to perfection. our winemaker selects the noble grapes of cabernet sauvignon, grenache, and syrah to craft this great red wine. This blend has been fined, unfiltered and aged in french oak for 24 months, which resulted in a complex expression for the nose, and on the palate.

Cuvée mmx is full-bodied with a great aging potential.

Its top notes are blackberries and apricot marmalade, with roasted nuances, such as hazelnut and dark chocolate.

Alsplenium is a reflection of the qualities of this bold cabernet sauvignon and a tribute of our village, Khenchara (خنشارة), which also translates into fern.

This 2017 grand reserve vintage of Cabernet Sauvignon is aged in white oak for 12 months which adds layers of complex tertiary aromas of vanilla, roasted coffee and baked chocolate to the varietal aromas of blackberries and black cherries and an assortment of savory black fruits. 

This exceptional bottle has been set forth to have you soak your palate and drench your soul with the exquisite Muscat Noir known in Arabic as “Bakhouri / بخوري”, bringing you a spectral experience of harmony and enchantment.

We have handled this delicate grape with utmost reverence and care, creating light bodied red intensely rich in red fruit aromas of raspberry, red cherry, and pomegranate. The influence of oak during secondary fermentation imbues hints of vanilla, incense and freshly baked 

FAQSH is the traditional dry wine of Lebanon. Its vinification is unlike any other dry wine, where the grapes are pressed and their juice is cooked to a near boil altering its microbiological and organoleptic structure pre-fermentation. The name comes from the process of smashing fresh grapes and adding them to the surface of the cooked grape must to enable wild yeast to start the fermentation process. 

LYTHE is an Arabic word symbolizing the Lion, and he who has a silver tong. This well balanced blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Merlot will enchant your palate with waves of black and red fruit aromas, accompanied by tertiary notes of oak, vanilla and roasted coffee that ripple through your olfactory senses. 

LYTHE can easily be enjoyed on its own or with a red meat meal. It is best served at a temperature of 15 Celsius. 

 A natural sweet red wine aged in used oak for 36 months. The nose is rich is yellow fruit aromas, most notably pear and figs with a honey finish. 

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Archipelago is a late harvest sweet white wine made from Muscatel and Sauvignon Blanc grapes. Like its name suggests, Archipelago is a complex wine with a vast collection of aromatic expressions of gooseberry, pineapple, passionfruit layered with hints of floral and frankincense notes.

It is best served at a temperature of 8 degrees Celsius as a dessert or digestif.

Rive De Nuit is a poetic french idiom that emphasizes the contrast between day and night. Like its name suggests, this rose is unique with striking contrast and character. It is traditionally light while carrying the depth and complexity of Cabernet Sauvignon.

 An unfiltered white wine with very low sulfites. The nose is very fresh and fruity with hints of pineapple . 

Crafted with mastery and finesse, this noble white wine is aged on its lees for 12 months, then fined and bottled unfiltered with minimal sulfite content, preserving its integrity. To the nose, it is abundantly fresh and rich in yellow fruits. On the palate, a balance of savory, minerality, and zesty nuances entice for the next sip.

Trebbiano is a white grape variety that belongs to the 17 noble wine grape varieties. It is characterized with refreshing light citrusy notes, and hints of stone fruits and pear with a fleeting nuance of night jasmine. It is best served at 10 degrees Celsius. Contains sulfites

 Riachi Obeidi is a light and refreshing white wine made from Lebanese Obaidi grapes. It is rich in exotic and yellow fruit aromas and complemented with a pleasant mineral finish. It is best served at 12 C. 

Athyr is the first Lebanese single malt whisky. It is a small batch release whisky made from Lebanese malted barley and aged in Lebanese oak. for more information, please check the website on www.athyrwhisky.com

Levant Heights Single Pot Still Malted Maize stands as a beacon of excellence on the global stage, a symphony of flavors meticulously curated to captivate the senses. Crafted from a mash bill of locally sourced, floor-malted Lebanese maize, each batch undergoes a double distillation process in our copper pot goose-neck still before maturing for a minimum of three years in new charred American oak barrels.

Distinguished as one of the smokiest whiskies ever produced, Levant Heights Black Peak Bonfires is a testament to the artistry of our craft. Meticulously crafted from a blend of Scottish peated malted barley and locally sourced sun-dried malted barley, the mash undergoes a unique cold-smoking process with Lebanese peat. Each batch is then subjected to a double distillation in our copper pot goose-neck still before maturing for a minimum of five years in new charred American oak barrels. 

This cask strength release is the raw expression of our smokiest whiskies ever produced, Levant Heights Black Peak Bonfires. Meticulously crafted from a blend of Scottish peated malt and locally sourced sun-dried malt, the mash undergoes a unique cold-smoking process with Lebanese peat. Each batch is then subjected to a double distillation in our copper pot goose-neck still before maturing for a minimum of five years in new charred American oak barrels.

 Scored 90/100 in the 2023 fall issue of Whisky Advocate magazine. 

Inspired by the robust flavors of stout beers, this whisky is crafted from highly kilned malted barleys specifically designed for stouts and black beers. Through a meticulous process of double distillation in our copper-pot gooseneck stills and aging in virgin white oak barrels, this single malt whisky emerges as a true testament to our commitment to excellence.

At a potent cask strength of 52% Alc./Vol., Nightfall captivates the senses with its bold and uncompromising, dark, and nuttier character. On the nose, indulge in the enticing aromas of toasted sesame, roasted peanuts, and delicate hints of walnuts, accompanied by the alluring sweetness of pecan pie. However, as it graces your palate, like the onset of nightfall, a blanket of dark and empyreumatic aromas dominates with layers of dark chocolate, cocoa nibs, and roasted coffee beans...

 Levant Heights Dual Horizons epitomizes the art of fusion, seamlessly blending the rich heritage of a lightly peated Lebanese single malt with aromatic influences from the Scottish Highlands (Caledonia) and the captivating Lebanese Heights (Canaan). This exceptional whisky is a testament to the harmonious union of flavors from diverse lands, capturing the essence of two worlds. 

This world-class release is made from malted barley mashed and fermented with wheat, which is then triple distilled and aged in white oak. This process produces an exceptionally smooth and balanced whisky, appealing to a wide variety of palates.

To the nose, a wave of almond layered with oak wood and caramelized biscuits coalesce with earthy smoke, forming an ensemble that is reminiscent of old islander whiskies, yet unmistakably Levant Heights.

 Inspired by the revered Irish single pot still style, Levant Heights embodies a fusion of tradition and innovation. Following our Irish counterparts, we employ triple distillation in copper pot stills. However, what sets our whisky apart is its unique composition—a mash bill of 60% malted barley and 40% Lebanese durum wheat. This double-aged expression begins in lightly toasted and charred American oak barrels before finishing in virgin Italian casks sourced from a quaint family cooperage.

 Arak Al Jouzour is triple distilled from Lebanese Obeideh grapes and green Levantine aniseed. It is then aged in Clay vats for 6 months and plate filtered, ensuring an unequaled, smooth taste. The traditional serving method is to mix one part arak with two parts water in a carafe, then pour into an ice filled glass 

 Masterfully crafted at the hands of Riachi winery and distillery, quintuple arak is an embodiment of more than 180 years of experienced craftsmanship and passion. Quintuple arak is made from triple distilled Obaidi grape spirit that undergo an additional double distillation with fresh and green Levantine aniseed in our copper pot gooseneck still, then aged in traditional clay Amphoras for 5 years. 

Silky smooth texture and intensely refreshing green aromas makes quintuple the ideal Lebanese mez

Arak Layali Loubnan is an authentic Lebanese spirit, distilled from Lebanese white grapes and green aniseed in a copper pot still.

small batch, artisanal dry gin crafted by Riachi, a Lebanese family winery and distillery that has been passed down 8 generations.

The indigenous juniperus excels beery is one of 12 hand selected botanicals distilled to perfection. The result is a gin that is mysteriously complex and aromatic.

The nose is rich in floral and zesty aromas and the palate is abundant in fresh aromatic spices.

Botanicals: 

Juniper

Basil 

Mint 

Aniseed

Licorice

Nutmeg

Coriander

Rosemary

Lemon Peel

Lime Peel

Cardamom

Woodruff

 Junipium Trinity is a dry gin made with three botanicals, juniper, coriander, and lemon peel. Trinity is amazingly smooth with notes of fresh green forest with floral and zesty hints.   

Element is a high purity vodka made from refined Saccharum Officinarum. It is fermented using high quality yeast and clarified pre-distillation to strip all impurities. We then distill the clarified wash using our high-tech fractional still 3 times, resulting in a purified and concentrated mixture of only alcohol C2H5OH and Water H2O.

This marriage of tradition with technology results in an exceptionally smooth and neutral vodka that can be drank neat or in any cocktail that you desire. 

Herbal Liqueur

 Roots honey Whisky is a unique blend of sweet blond honeyed fine craft whisky. Released in 2013 the 35th anniversary of Roots.  

Roots mini liqueurs are a selection of exotic liquers bottled in 250 ml glass bottles. 

They are available in a variety of flavors, which are:

Red Berries

Lychee

Maracuja

Esprit de menthe

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