Riesling 2022 - Batroun Mountains
Riesling 2022 - Batroun Mountains
Batroun Mountains Riesling 2022
About
Batroun Mountains Riesling 2022 is a vibrant, certified organic white wine that showcases the family-run estate's dedication to high-altitude maritime viticulture. Hand-harvested from narrow, rocky mountain terraces in the Batroun District, the grapes benefit from a dramatic microclimate of warm daytime sun, cool alpine nights, and fresh Mediterranean sea breezes. This exceptional single-varietal (monocépage) beautifully illustrates that a premium wine is truly made in the vineyard.
Tasting Notes
Vibrant pale yellow-green color in the glass. The nose is highly expressive and complex, opening with a classic bouquet of white and yellow fruits—featuring ripe pear and peach—intertwined with jasmine floral notes, light herbaceous undertones, and a touch of white pepper. On the palate, the wine delivers a round and intense attack that evolves nicely on the fruit, driving forward with a mouth-watering, crisp acidity and distinct maritime minerality. It is clean, remarkably fresh, and boasts an elegantly long, persistent finish.
Key Characteristics
| Attribute | Profile |
| Grape Varietal | 100% Riesling (Monocépage) |
| Region | Batroun Mountains, North Lebanon |
| Oak | No (Stainless steel tank matured to preserve fresh fruit and varietal typicity) |
| Body | Full-bodied with crisp, young, and crunchy texture |
| Viticulture | Certified Organic, Hand-Harvested, High-Altitude Terraces |
| Soil | Stony, rocky clay-limestone slopes |
| Aging Potential | Up to 15 years (Gains beautiful mineral and spicy complexity over time) |
Serving Suggestions
Serve thoroughly chilled at 8–10°C to accentuate its vibrant, youthful freshness and highly aromatic profile.
Pairing
The high acidity and bone-dry, mineral framework of this mountain Riesling make it remarkably versatile on the table. It pairs beautifully with grilled fish, fresh seafood, and raw preparations like ceviche. It is equally elegant alongside traditional Lebanese Mezze, light cheeses (especially goat cheese), pasta dishes, or a sophisticated platter of cold cuts making it an ideal choice for premium dining and casual gatherings.