Caves de Fakra
The Wine that Touches the Sky
"Phoenician Heritage from the Heights: Majestic wines born at over 1,500 meters, where the snow of Mount Sannine and the Mediterranean sun create a mystical elegance."
Millennial Identity and High-Altitude Terroir
Founded in 1985 in the heart of Kfardebian, Caves de Fakra stands as a stronghold of modern Lebanese viticulture. Its name pays homage to the historic archaeological site of Fakra, home to Roman temples and Phoenician altars dedicated to fertility and the earth. By cultivating vineyards at altitudes that challenge conventional limits (between 1,200 and 1,500 masl), the winery achieves a slow and polyphenolic maturation, resulting in wines of exceptional natural freshness, balanced acidity, and longevity.
Lebanon is widely recognized as one of the historical cradles of international wine trade. According to the Union Vinicole du Liban (UVL), the Mount Lebanon terroir, characterized by its Jurassic limestone soils and a pronounced thermal amplitude, gives classic blends of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and Cinsault a unique vertical minerality. This millennial heritage merges today with cutting-edge winemaking techniques to position Fakra among the most outstanding labels in the Eastern Mediterranean.
Emblematic Collections
Collection Privée
The winery's flagship. A cellar-worthy red meticulously aged in French oak barrels. International critics from magazines like Decanter have highlighted the complex tannic structure of high-mountain Lebanese reds, which are capable of evolving favorably for decades in the bottle, developing seductive aromas of cedar, fine leather, tobacco, and sweet spices.
Pinacle de Fakra
A tribute to organoleptic balance. This wine captures the essence of the high mountains with velvety tannins and an explosion of ripe black fruit. It faithfully reflects the character of the Kfardebian valley, a wine-growing micro-region supported by the OIV (International Organisation of Vine and Wine) for its climatic resilience and privileged sun exposure conditions.
White and High-Altitude Rosé Lines
White varieties such as Chardonnay and Muscat, along with local grapes, leverage the mountain cold to preserve crisp acidity and intense floral aromas. Meanwhile, the rosés offer a clean mineral freshness, ideal for warm climates and refined appetizers.
Service and Conservation Guide
To fully enjoy Caves de Fakra's cellar-worthy reds, it is recommended to uncork the bottle approximately 30 to 45 minutes before consumption. Serving at a temperature between 16°C and 18°C in large Bordeaux-style glasses allows for the gradual opening of its aromatic layers.
If you plan to store these bottles in your personal cellar, keep them lying down in a dark place, at a constant temperature of 12°C to 15°C and with controlled humidity of 70%, ensuring a slow and harmonious evolution.
Frequently Asked Questions about Fakra
What to pair with Caves de Fakra wines?
Their elegant tannic structure and aromatic richness demand dishes with character. They are the ideal companion for a traditional Lebanese Mezze, roasted lamb, grilled meat cuts, spiced stews, and aged cheeses. To delve deeper into Levantine gastronomy, specialized portals such as Food & Wine offer excellent recommendations for international pairings.
Why is altitude a key factor in their wines?
The altitude of 1,500 masl provides cold nights that counteract the intense daytime sun. This prevents acidity loss in the grapes, allowing them to develop great aromatic complexity without creating an unbalanced alcohol content.
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