The Genesis of Lebanese Winemaking: A 175-Year Legacy.
An unbroken line of family stewardship, pioneering excellence, and dedication to ultimate quality since 1847.
The Pioneers: Chbat and the First Vintage.
Chateau Chbat’s unparalleled history began in 1847. It was here, on the slopes of Mount Lebanon, that the family founded by Yussef (Joseph) and Monseigneur Gebrael Chbat transformed the land of the Monastère Ecole de la Charité into Lebanon’s very first commercial winery. Driven by an intimate knowledge of premium wines and a pioneering spirit, this founding moment set the enduring, high standard for Lebanese winemaking.
The Unbroken Line of Quality.
For five generations, the Chbat family has maintained continuous, single-family ownership of this historic estate. Each successor has inherited an intimate knowledge of the land and the unwavering commitment to crafting wines of profound character, ensuring the integrity of the 1847 founding philosophy remains the soul of our production.
Enduring the Tests of Time.
Through periods of national instability, including the Civil War, the winery persevered under the dedicated leadership of figures like Sami Chbat. Following Sami’s passing, the estate experienced a pause in operations. The family, unwilling to compromise on the winery’s legacy, held firm.
Anis Chbat Holding: Protecting and Elevating the Legacy.
The estate's complete legacy was secured by Anis Chbat Holding. Anis Chbat, a distinguished family winemaker, took decisive steps to preserve and elevate this unparalleled heritage. Today, under his and his son's leadership (Maurice Chbat CEO, and Edwin Chbat CFO), Chateau Chbat is positioned as the definitive luxury wine house, blending ancestral wisdom with modern, sophisticated enology.
The Tradition Continues.
The legacy of 1847 is not just history; it is our blueprint for luxury. Every bottle is a sophisticated chapter in the story of Lebanon's first and finest wine house.