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Yatir Darom White 2023
Color: Pale straw yellowAroma: Bright citrus with hints of tropical fruitTaste: Grapefruit, lemon, and lime with lively acidityBody: Light to medium-bodiedFinish: Fresh, crisp, and lingering About the Wine This lovely white from Yatir is a blend of 94% Sauvignon Blanc and 6% French Colombard. It’s a combination that’s popular around the world for good reason—it…
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Hayotzer Genesis Shiraz 2021
Color: Ruby-purpleAroma: Blackberry and plum, with hints of black pepper and licoriceTaste: Firm tannins with well-balanced acidityBody: Medium to fullAging: 12 months in oak barrels About the Wine: Hayotzer wines are crafted in an “Old World” style, which emphasizes growing high-quality grapes and using traditional—primarily French—winemaking techniques. These methods typically produce wines that are lighter…
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Psagot Rosé 2023
Color: Pale pinkAroma: Fresh berries with hints of mineralityTaste: Pomegranate with notes of grapefruit and lemon zestBody: Light to mediumAging: 3–6 months in stainless steel tanks About the Wine Psagot Rosé is crafted from grapes harvested in the Northern Jerusalem Mountains, at an elevation of 700 meters. The mineral-rich soil and the region’s ideal climate…
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Vitkin Israeli Journey Red
This Week’s Featured Wine: Israeli Journey Red from Vitkin Winery About Vitkin Winery… Vitkin Winery’s story is one of the most fascinating in Israel—a true journey in every sense of the word. Founded in 2001 by brothers-in-law Doron Belogolovsky and Assaf Paz, the winery blends passion, craftsmanship, and a spirit of exploration. Doron, a marble…
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Tzuba Estate Winery Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
This Week’s Featured Wine: 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon from Tzuba Estate Winery This week’s featured wine is the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon from Tzuba Estate Winery, located in the Judean Hills. A robust and well-structured wine, it showcases rich tannins, intense flavors of red and black fruit, and subtle notes of coffee and tobacco — a result…
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Barkan Merlot/Argaman 2023
This week on the blog, we’re featuring a delightful blend from Barkan Winery: the Merlot/Argaman 2023. With its deep purple hue, fruity aroma, and rich flavors of blackberry, plum, and spice, this wine is a true standout. Soft tannins and a light-to-medium body make it a versatile choice—perfect for pairing with dinner or lunch, or…
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Zion Winery Imperial Cabernet Sauvignon 2023
This week we are featuring a traditional cab from Zion Winery, the 6th largest in Israel. Rated as a “Great Value” by Vivino for its rich fruit flavor, smooth body, and hints of oak, the “Imperial Cabernet Sauvignon 2023”, does not disappoint. Zion has been making wine in Israel for over 170 years. They started…
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