Discover the Rich Heritage of Lebanese Wine at Grilandia

Lebanon is home to one of the oldest winemaking traditions in the world, spanning more than 5,000 years. The ancient Phoenicians, the country’s early inhabitants, were pioneers of wine, and that same blood of the vine still runs through every bottle today.

At Grilandia, we celebrate Lebanon’s rich winemaking heritage with a curated selection of its finest wines, bringing an authentic Lebanese dining experience straight to London.

The Deep Roots of Wine at Grilandia

Wine selection at Grilandia showcases a fantastic mix of local grapes and international stars, each one creating unique flavours that match our menu perfectly.

Our Château Ksara Reserve du Couvent presents bold, elegant and classic flavour with deep black fruit, refined tannins, and subtle oak spice. For something a little lighter, the Cinsault grape is key in our Jeune Red Musar and Hochar Pere Et Fils. It is full of bright red berry notes like raspberry and cherry with a hint of spice. 

While Château Ksara Blanc de l'Observatoire on our menu is the star of white wines, it is a crisp, fresh blend featuring grapes such as Clariette and Muscat, with lovely floral and hazelnut notes.

If you prefer a richer white, Jeune White Musar on the Grilandia drink menu can serve your taste buds. Its blend of Viognier, Vermentino, and Chardonnay gives it wonderfully vibrant flavours of passion fruit and lime.

Lebanese Reserved Wines at Grilandia

Hidden within Grilandia’s menu lies a refined section called “Lebanese Reserved Wines”. Select any wine from this page and your meal transforms into a journey through the Bekaa Valley. 

Château Ksara 2011

Founded in 1857 by Jesuit monks who rediscovered 2,000-year-old Roman caves beneath the Bekaa Valley, Château Ksara is Lebanon’s oldest modern winery. This 2011 is a velvety, oak-kissed marriage of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot that spent years evolving in the bottle.

Dark fruit, cedar, and a whisper of sweet spice glide across the palate, wrapping themselves around Grilandia’s smoky lamb chops and spiced kafta like they were born for each other. One sip, one bite, and the table goes quiet in the best possible way.

Château Kefraya 2012

Château Kefraya was founded in 1951 by Michel de Bustros on his family’s land in the western Bekaa Valley. He wanted to prove Lebanon could make world-class wine. This Château Kefraya 2012 is mostly Syrah with old-vine Cinsault and Mourvèdre, aged thirty months in oak. It tastes of blackberry, fig, and mountain herbs. Enjoy this full-flavoured, fresh wine with a platter from Grilandia’s grill, and celebrate an evening of tradition and taste.

Château Musar 2018

Since 1930, the Hochar family has made wine at Château Musar by hand, without electricity in the cellars. In 2018, the iconic blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cinsault, and ancient Carignan carries that philosophy in every drop.

Château Musar 2018 in Grilandia's menu is a young and wonderful star. It is a blend of sour cherry, plum skin, mountain garrigue, and that signature Musar wildness. Pour it next to anything sizzling off Grilandia’s open flame and watch the wine’s energy soften into a long finish.

Grilandia chooses these bottles as we know exactly what belongs beside authentic Middle Eastern food: wines with soul, history, and a direct line to Lebanon’s ancient vineyards. The staff pour tastes without hesitation, tell you the stories and let the Bekaa Valley do the rest of the talking.

Perfect Pairings for Your Middle Eastern Food

Choosing the right wine is like choosing the perfect sauce; it makes the dish even better! 

For our big, full-flavoured dishes like the Mixed Grill platter or Lamb Tekka, you need a wine with history and structure. Thus, Hochar Pere et Fils Château Musar or the Malbec Mendoza are the best choices. Their strong fruit and balanced tannins can stand up to the richness of seasoned, grilled meats of Middle Eastern food served at Grilandia.

If you’re having the marinated Shish Touk chicken, it is recommended to pair it with the light, delicate Pinot Noir Parlez Vous. Its cherry flavour complements the smoky chicken and rice.

For seafood lovers, our Grilled Seabass Fillet and Prawns Provencal are best enjoyed with the elegant Italian Gavi di Gavi Fortino. Its citrus freshness and mineral hint beautifully enhance the natural sweetness of the fish and prawns.

Even dessert deserves a perfect match! The Prosecco Rose is wonderfully fizzy and lightly sweet, making it an excellent, refreshing companion to the honey and nuts in the Baklawa and Basboussa desserts at Grilandia.

Celebrating Lebanese Wine Culture Through Dining at Grilandia

Lebanese wineries remain dedicated to actively preserving these rare grape varieties. They are passionate about maintaining their rich cultural identity and ancient winemaking traditions. This crucial effort ensures the unique flavour profiles are passed down to future generations. 

Dining at Grilandia transcends a simple meal into a genuine and immersive cultural experience. You directly support the preservation of a magnificent, centuries-old art form with every single glass of wine. 

We invite you to explore the rich, complex history and the truly vibrant future of Lebanese wine at Grilandia. 

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