Jody Nestel
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Noah Merlot
A Biblical Beginning, a Family Tradition This past Shabbat, we read Parshat Noah, the biblical story that, in my opinion, offers one of the most fascinating connections to wine. After the floodwaters receded and the ark came to rest in the mountains of Ararat, Noah began a new chapter. Genesis tells us that he became…
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Ya akov Oryah Soulmate 2023
🍾 A Wine for the Wedding—and Each Year Afterward… Some wines are meant to be shared. Others are meant to be remembered. And then some wines seem made for celebrating the people who make our lives special. Meet Soulmate 2023 from Israeli winemaker Yaakov Oryah—a delicious white wine that makes a wonderful gift for a…
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Yaffo Winery Pet Nat 2025
When Creation Meets the Wine Glass This week’s parsha, Bereishit, is the story of creation—of earth, water, plants, fruit, and life itself. So when I opened a wine that is still transforming naturally in the bottle, I couldn’t help but think about the beautiful connection between creation and winemaking. 🍷 Tasting Notes Color: Hazy, pale…
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RAZ: A Wine of Remembrance
A Wine of Remembrance There are wines we drink because we enjoy them. There are wines we drink because they remind us of a special place or a special moment. And then some wines tell a story. RAZ is one of those wines. Raz Mizrahi was born in 2001 and grew up in Gedera, Israel.…
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🎷Bin Nun Marsalis 2023
A Little Jazz in Your Glass 🍷🎶 🍷 Tasting Notes Color: Rich rubyAroma: Red strawberry, plum, and black cherryTaste: Rich berry flavors, fruit-forward with subtle spiceBody: MediumFinish: Smooth, refreshing, and easy to enjoy 🍇 About the Wine The Bin Nun Winery’s goal is to create unique, harmonious, high-quality local wines that inspire passion and a…
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Lahat Red 2023
The Art of the Blend 🍷 There are some winemakers whose wines seem to have a personality all their own. Itay Lahat is one of those winemakers for me. Every time I open another Lahat wine, I find something new to appreciate—and this Red Blend is no exception. This time, Itay brings together mostly Syrah…
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Covenant Blue C Viognier
When You Find It, Grab It! 🍷 Tasting Notes Color: medium gold Aroma: Beautiful floral notes of rose, honeysuckle, and orange blossom, followed by aromas of peach and apricot, with hints of tropical fruit, citrus, and a subtle touch of spice. Taste: Ripe stone fruit meets bright citrus flavors of lemon, lime, and tangerine. Rich…
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🍷 Or Haganuz Amuka Gewürztraminer 2025
✨ The Hidden Light 🌟 Tasting Notes Color: Straw-colored with a delicate green tint Aroma: Lychee, rose petals, baking spice, with a hint of honey Taste: Lychee, peach, pear, honey, and citrus Body: Medium-bodied Finish: Clean, fresh, and crisp, with refreshing acidity 🍇 About the Wine Gewürztraminer is one of those grapes that is hard…
