Heya Kanz from the Batroun mountains of Lebanon — a lively natural red of Grenache and Syrah made with whole-cluster carbonic maceration and aged in clay amphoras, bright ruby-red with red plum, cherry, dried flower, and white pepper on the nose, juicy and medium-bodied with chalky minerality, gentle tannins, and a spicy-fresh finish from Lebanon's first female-led natural wine project.
Tasting Notes
Bright ruby-red with a slight hazy texture. Red plum, cherry, dried flower, and a touch of white pepper spice on the nose. Juicy and medium-bodied on the palate with vibrant red fruits, chalky minerality, gentle tannins, and a spicy-fresh finish. Best served lightly chilled. Made via whole-cluster carbonic maceration and aged in amphoras — two techniques that amplify freshness and texture.
Quick Facts
- Grapes: 60% Grenache, 40% Syrah
- Origin: Lebanon, Batroun mountains (400m altitude, clay-limestone soils, Mediterranean climate)
- Style: Dry red, natural wine, whole-cluster carbonic maceration, amphora-aged, 13% ABV
- Winemaking: Whole-cluster carbonic maceration, fermented and aged in clay amphoras, organic farming, minimal intervention, no fining, no filtration
Food Pairing
Grilled vegetables, smoky red meats, charcuterie, and salty cheeses.
Serving
Serve at 10-12°C. Lightly chilled brings out the freshness.
About the Producer
Heya Wines is Lebanon's first female-led natural wine project, founded in 2022 by Claudine Lteif and Michelle Chami in the Batroun mountains, farming organically and producing minimal-intervention wines with equal pay for local women workers.
