Blanc

Massaya

Blanc is a white produced by Massaya in Bekaa Valley, Lebanon. Made from Obeideh, Clairette and Sauvignon Blanc. Cellarion's sommeliers have reviewed the drink window of 1 vintage; members see when it is ready. Track this wine and manage your cellar with Cellarion — the free, open-source wine app at cellarion.app.

Type: White

Region: Bekaa Valley

Country: Lebanon

Grapes: Obeideh, Clairette, Sauvignon Blanc

Tasting profile

Structure: medium-bodied, medium acidity, dry

Massaya's Blanc blends Lebanon's indigenous Obeideh with Clairette and Sauvignon Blanc, grown at 1,200-1,600m on Mount Lebanon — white flowers and stone fruit with mountain-altitude freshness.

Serving: Serve at 9–11 °C.

When to drink

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Where it comes from

Bekaa Valley, Lebanon

Bekaa Valley is the beating heart of Lebanese wine, a high plateau set between mountain ranges in the east of the country.

Obeideh

An indigenous white grape of Lebanon's Bekaa Valley, possibly related to Chardonnay, used to make fresh, aromatic whites and traditionally arak.

Clairette

Clairette is a white grape long grown in the south of France, including the southern Rhône and the wider Mediterranean coast.

Sauvignon Blanc

Sauvignon Blanc is a white grape from France's Loire Valley (and a parent of Cabernet Sauvignon) prized for its zesty, aromatic character and refreshing bite.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Blanc from?

Blanc is produced by Massaya in Bekaa Valley, Lebanon.

What grapes are in Blanc?

Blanc is a blend of Obeideh, Clairette and Sauvignon Blanc.