Château Ksara Reserve du Couvent Rouge

Bekaa Valley, Lebanon

Lebanon's most consistently acclaimed and widely available premium red from the Jesuit Ksara cellar — Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot from high-altitude Bekaa limestone. Blackberry, cedar, Mediterranean herbs, tobacco, and a warm, generous structure that reflects the Bekaa's ancient soils.

Pairing intelligence

• main: Lebanese barbecue and Lebanese red wine — the wine's warm Mediterranean spice echoes the kafta's spice blend; the grilled char bridges the wine's cedar oak notes
• main: The Levant's most ancient and comforting dish paired with Lebanon's most historic winery — the wine's earthy character mirrors the lentils; yogurt provides acidity to lift both