Founded by French expat, François-Eugène Brun in 1868, Domaine des Tourelles is the oldest winery in Lebanon. Today, Brun’s adventurous spirit lives on in the estate’s chief vigneron, Faouzi Issa. This aromatic white blend of 65% Viognier, 20% Chardonnay, 10% Obeidi, and 5% Muscat d’Alexandrie is grown in the lovely conditions of the Bekaa Valley. Harvested is done by hand then fermented with indigenous yeast in stainless steel tank for ten days with a gentle fining before bottling. Aromas of succulent peach and apricot with white pepper, jasmine, and orange blossom emerge on the nose followed by a silky, slightly viscous mouthfeel with vibrant pomelo, pineapple, stone fruits, and a hint of almond bitters on the finish. Pair with sautéed shishitos or sea bass on saffron rice.