Touriga Nacional Red Wine

Karam – Touriga Nacional Red WineWhy Les Raretés?From the womb of our efforts to diversify the taste of Lebanese wine, the selection of Les Raretés was born. It comprises varietals that are solely planted in Lebanon by Karam Wines; undoubtedly others will follow suit. Their scarcity earned them their name: Les Raretés. –Captain Habib KaramWine Content-type: Red wineGrape Variety: Touriga Nacional (Portugal)Appellation: Jezzine, Southern LebanonFermentation: 100% in stainless steelMaturation: Aged in oak barrels for 6 months100% new French oakServing: Best served at 15 – 17°CDecanting: Decant for a half hour prior to savoringWhy Touriga Nacional?In Captain Karam’s endless educational travels to winemaking countries and its different regions,he discovered Touriga Nacional. He found this varietal to be quite singular and thought it would thrive in the Jezzine terroir. Years after planting Touriga in Lebanon, numerous tastings confirmed the Captain’s gut feeling.Winemaking & Tasting NotesExpressiveness, aromatic diversity and good ageing potential drove us to plant the Touriga Nacional. Grown on 1,100-meter plots facing the Mediterranean, this low yield Touriga was vinified and aged in oak barrels for only sixmonths to create a good balance of fruit, oak and to maintain soft tannins. In Lebanon Jezzine’s terroir, it produces violet floral aromas, supported by blackcurrant, cherry, dark chocolate and spice in the background. Silkiness on entry to the palate, noticeable structure and a burst of dark fruit culminating with rounded acidity andlong lasting minerality.Food Pairing: Cured meat, medium steak, pastrami, pasta with red sauce and roast beefFind this and more exceptional selections at Kaasak.

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