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WINES
AVAILABLE IN UK STOCK:
- Cadet de Ka Rouge, Chateau Ka
- Blanc de Blanc, Château Ka
- Rose, Château Ka
- Source de Rouge, Château Ka
- Château Nuit Blanche, Château Ka
- Château Source Blanche, Château Ka
- Château, Château Ka
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CHATEAU KA
Bekaa Valley, Lebanon
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Lebanon is said to be the ancient home of the vine and it quite certain that wine production has played an important role in the indigenous culture for centuries.
However, as most will be aware the recent history is that of a beautiful land, torn apart by civil war and destruction. Fortunately, inspirational character like Gaston Hochar at Chateau Musar have kept winemaking alive and we are now delighted to be representing another such inspirational producer, Chateau Ka.
Chateau Ka, literally meaning “soul for an ancient god”, was founded by Akram Kassatly as recently as 2000, with the first release of wines in 2006. Previous attempts to start the wine business had been thwarted by war but this time the winery has flourished. The initial planting of 50 acres, at 1200 metres elevation, is growing and by 2010 there will be some 300 acres in production.
Varieties planted include Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc, Muscat, Chardonnay and Semillon – giving an eclectic mix of varietals with which to fashion some truly surprising wines.
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Cadet de Ka, Chateau Ka
Chateau Ka utilise Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah for the entry point to their range. Medium weight with spicy, black fruits and a succulent, juicy finish. |
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Blanc de Blanc, Chateau Ka Sauvignon Semillon Chardonnay
A briliantly aromatic blend utilising three varieties. Chardonnay adds lovely citrus aromas and a rich palate, semillon gives grassiness and a touch of lemon whilst the Sauvignon gives delicious, crisp gooseberry and guava notes. A real mouthful! |
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Rose, Chateau Ka Cabernet Grenache
A deliciously moreish rose from the historic home of the grapevine, the Bekaa valley in Lebanon. Dry, crisp and laden with raspberry fruit overlaid with hints of rose and candied orange. |
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Source de Rouge, Chateau Ka Cabernet, Grenache, Mourvedre
A relative newcomer to the scene in the ancient Bekaa Valley but now a serious contender, up there with the revered Chateau Musar. Medium bodied with balanced, red fruit palate, succulent and juicy yet silky smooth and moreish. |
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Chateau Ka Chateau Nuit Blanche,
Muscat Chardonnay Viognier
A ground breaking blend from the most exciting new Lebanese producer. Viognier, Chardonnay and Muscat are combined and fermented in new oak to produce a wine of amazing aromatic complexity and texture. Delicious spicy apricot on the nose with a rich, creamy palate. |
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Chateau Ka Source Blanche, Muscat Sauvignon Semillon
This innovative and vibrant white is full of tangy, citrus fruit and honeysuckle character. Crisp, lively, yet rounded on the palate with a lifted, refreshing finish. |
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Chateau Ka Chateau, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah
Spicy bouquet with sweet pepper and toasted bread notes. Supple tannins but at the same time very powerful, with fruit and liquorices aromas. |
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