Opening of Vinifest 2016

They say once is not custom, but at its 9^th edition, Vinifiest has become custom and tradition.

This wine celebration reflects the joie de vivre of Lebanese people who have continued to prove that hope is key to progress and success. This progress that is familiar to the Lebanese wine industry which is constantly refining itself to proudly carry its emblem in Lebanon and abroad.

More than 30,000 fans have attended the festival to taste Lebanon’s great vintages.

The organizers, in partnership with Elle & Vire, launched “Vinigoutmet”, a culinary competition. The winner, Nicolas Dahan, was awarded a trip to France, which will allow him to learn pastry making with an emeritus chef.

Philippe Maurange, chief editor of the magazine Vins de France attended the festival to taste Lebanese wines which are being savored throughout the world.