{"product_id":"2005-chateau-musar-museum-release","title":"2005 Chateau Musar Museum Release","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"45\" data-end=\"407\"\u003eThe 2005 Château Musar “Museum Release” is a mature release of one of Lebanon’s most iconic and distinctive wines, produced from vineyards in the Bekaa Valley at around 1,000 metres elevation. The wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cinsault and Carignan, aged extensively before release in the traditional Musar style. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"409\" data-end=\"755\"\u003eThe 2005 vintage is widely regarded as a classic Musar year, showing the estate’s signature combination of Mediterranean warmth, savoury complexity and tertiary development. Critics and collectors often describe it as beautifully evolved yet still remarkably fresh, with strong ageing capability remaining. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"757\" data-end=\"1080\"\u003eThe nose is deeply expressive and mature, showing black cherry, plum and wild strawberry layered with cedar, leather, dried herbs, tobacco, spice and earthy complexity. Characteristic Musar notes of balsamic lift, game and volatile savouriness add further intrigue and individuality. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1082\" data-end=\"1451\"\u003eOn the palate, it is medium to full-bodied with silky tannins and vibrant acidity supporting evolved dark fruit, spice and savoury earthy notes. The texture is seamless and mature, with a long, layered and highly distinctive finish. Like many great Musar vintages, the wine continues to evolve dramatically with air in the glass. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"2188\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1478\"\u003eBen’s Recommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1478\" data-end=\"1481\"\u003eAt Wine More Cellars, Château Musar is one of the most unique fine wines we offer — and the 2005 Museum Release perfectly captures why the estate has such a cult following. Compared to Bordeaux, it’s more savoury, earthy and emotionally expressive; compared to Rhône wines, it carries more volatility and wild complexity. This is not a “clean” modern wine — it’s about personality, evolution and individuality. The Museum Release format makes it especially attractive for collectors because the wine has been perfectly cellared at the winery before release. Best enjoyed with extended decanting. Drink now or over the next 15–20+ years. Perfect with lamb, Middle Eastern cuisine, game or slow-cooked dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eInfo\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"846\" style=\"height: 137.156px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"height: 19.5938px; width: 244.672px;\"\u003eCOUNTRY\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px; width: 314.328px;\"\u003eLebanon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"height: 19.5938px; width: 244.672px;\"\u003ePRODUCER\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px; width: 314.328px;\"\u003eChateau Musar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"height: 39.1875px; width: 244.672px;\"\u003eVARIETY\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 39.1875px; width: 314.328px;\"\u003eRed Blend (Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignan, Cinsault)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"height: 19.5938px; width: 244.672px;\"\u003eSTYLE\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px; width: 314.328px;\"\u003eRed Wine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"height: 19.5938px; width: 244.672px;\"\u003eVINTAGE\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px; width: 314.328px;\"\u003e2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"height: 19.5938px; width: 244.672px;\"\u003eSIZE\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px; width: 314.328px;\"\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Château Musar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51278567866683,"sku":"MUSAR056MR","price":315.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0574\/6779\/7699\/files\/ChateauMusar_2018.jpg?v=1779495204","url":"https:\/\/winemore.com.au\/products\/2005-chateau-musar-museum-release","provider":"Wine More Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}