The 2021 is a classic case of a “shut down” vintage. As of late 2023 and into 2024, the wine is in a transitional phase. The primary fruit is still present, but the oak and tannins are dominant. It is brooding.
: Known as the "Coteau des Altesses" (Slope of the Highnesses) due to its history of housing aristocratic families and diplomats. villa vevrier 2021
This heat stress concentrated the sugars and flavors in the grapes, leading to small berries with intense color. Fortunately, cool nights at high altitudes (the Bekaa sits at 1,000 meters above sea level) preserved the natural acidity. For Villa Vevrier, this meant harvesting grapes that were simultaneously ripe and fresh—a winemaker’s dream. The 2021 is a classic case of a “shut down” vintage