The vision behind IXSIR is to reveal the best terroirs of Lebanon, some long since forgotten. Cultivated with respect to sustainable agriculture, IXSIR’s vineyards are spread across the mountains of Lebanon on clay-calcareous and limestone soil, from Batroun to Jezzine, benefiting from microclimates that are unique to Lebanon. IXSIR’s vineyards culminate at an altitude of 1,800 metres, making them the highest in the Northern Hemisphere.

Altitudes White

BIN 142

Presenting an elegant swirl of golden glittering robe, this wine breathes a bouquet of floral aromas with hints of Muscat and notes of grapefruit. Floral and fruity, with a sharp and crisp character, this balanced wine reveals a nice fresh palate.

Altitudes Rose

BIN 143

Recalling the region of Provence, this wine has a marble pink robe with peony reflections revealing an intense bouquet of gooseberry and vine leaves. With its suave fruity, and crispy palate, it will arouse the admiration of anyone passionate about authentic rosé wines.

Altitudes Red

BIN 144

With a black cherry color and garnet reflections, this wine unleashes fresh aromas that vary between red and black fruits, with a touch of oak. Its unique blending gives the wine a supple and delicate character where blackcurrant and blackberry merge.

Grand Reserve White

BIN 145

The eye is seduced by its pure and golden hue. The nose is enticed by an explosion of white flowers, peach and citrus fruits. The palate is enthralled by a nice equilibrium between mellowness and liveliness that leaves a final, equally woodsy taste, which gives the wine a highly distinctive character.

Grand Reserve Red

BIN 146

Rich in minerals and saturated with Mediterranean character, this wine unleashes exuberant aromas of mature fruits and spices. Its concentrated taste enrobed in a fine texture gives it an attractive liveliness, while its rich and mellow yet always-complex palate lasts until the final touch of fruit.

EL IXSIR WHITE

Clean and clear color with golden touches. A wine with elegant, delicate aromas of flowers, white-fleshed fruits; and infused plants and spices, underpinned by a subtle complexity. On the palate, the purity of a superb Viognier blends with the fullness of Chardonnay to deliver a smooth yet firm wine with a remarkable elegance, minerality and depth.

Vinification:
SOIL lime marl, clay and limestone

Serve:
Serve with: Rich white sauce, ragout or oven baked white fish.

EL Ixsir Red

BIN 148

A deep purple-ruby color. A complexity of aromas with red fruits, blackberry liqueur, touches of incense, and notes of mint and cedar sap. The palate is enriched by a suave and intense nose of rich mineral tension that is characteristic of limestone terroirs. A fresh finish and an extended length reveals a mature aging aptitude. Plots: Ainata, Yamoune and Kab Elias.

Vinification:
SOIL Ferric clays with plates of limestone

Serve:
Serve with: bold flavored dishes such as a beef ribs, entrecote or ragout with a rich sauce.