Rating: 3.0/5
This 2023 Domaine des Tourelles from the Vallée de la Bekaa in Lebanon presents a deep purple colour with clarity. The nose offers a subtle yet inviting bouquet, showing hints of dark fruit. On the palate, the wine has a medium body, fine-grained tannins, and a balanced Medium acidity, with a Medium feel. Flavours of blackberry and spice emerge, while the wine’s dry sweetness and Medium plus alcohol add depth. The finish is medium in length, showing good persistence with a Medium acidity.
At a glance
- Appearance: deep, purple
- Nose: medium minus
- Palate: Body medium, Acidity medium, Alcohol medium, Sweetness dry, Feel fine grained, Flavour intensity medium
- Finish: medium
- Development: Fully Developed
- Readiness: drink now but it will age
Food pairings
- Roasted chicken with herb crust
- Pan-seared salmon with lemon butter
- Mushroom risotto with parmesan
- Grilled vegetables with goat cheese
- Spicy shrimp stir-fry with sesame
- Braised beef short ribs with red wine
- Roasted lamb with rosemary and garlic
- Creamy vegetable soup with crusty bread