The Bekaa Valley sits at high altitude between two mountain ranges in Lebanon, a region with winemaking roots stretching back to Phoenician and Roman times — some of the oldest continuous wine culture anywhere. Modern Lebanese wine, led by producers like Château Musar, is built largely around Bordeaux and Rhône varieties planted by French influence during the mandate period, benefiting from the valley's altitude, which keeps the climate temperate despite Lebanon's southern Mediterranean latitude.

Key grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cinsault, Syrah, Grenache