Israel makes wine, and this is what it grows.
Growers build the wines around Cabernet Sauvignon, filling out the blend with Merlot, Syrah, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay.
Vines root into limestone, terra rossa and volcanic.
The climate is mediterranean, running arid.
The vineyards themselves read as coastal, plains and valley floor.
Red wine, white wine and rosé wine, plus two more is what the region is known for, and in the glass it shows light and fruity, enjoyed chilled, sweet and luscious and ideal for pairing with desserts.
Quality is codified by the Geographic Indications: Judean Hills, Galilee, Golan Heights, Samson, Negev, Shomron, which is worth reading off the label.
The named areas within are Galilee, Judean Hills, Golan Heights, Negev and Samson.
Producers worth knowing include Barkan Wine Cellars, Carmel Winery, Domaine du Castel and Golan Heights Winery.
Pour them alongside grilled meats, spicy dishes, fresh seafood and pasta with cream sauce.
Serve at 16 to 18°C.
Keeps for 5 to 15 years.
In the glass.
Rosé: Light and fruity, Enjoyed chilled.
Dessert: Sweet and luscious, Ideal for pairing with desserts.
Grapes planted here.
Classifications.
- Geographic Indications: Judean Hills, Galilee, Golan Heights, Samson, Negev, Shomron
Producers worth knowing.
Bottles to look for.
- 1848 Second Generation Shiraz, Galilee, Israel
- Barkan Vineyards Classic Cabernet Sauvignon, Galilee, Israel
- Barkan Vineyards Givon Cabernet Sauvignon, Galilee, Israel
- Carmel King David Concorde, Galilee, Israel
- Domaine du Castel Grand Vin, Judean Hills, Israel
- Domaine du Castel Petit Castel, Judean Hills, Israel
- Five Stones Vineyards 'Virtuous' Red Wine, Judean Hills, Israel
- Flam Winery Classico, Judean Hills, Israel
At the table.
- Grilled meats
- Spicy dishes
- Fresh seafood
- Pasta with cream sauce
- Cheese platters
Serving and cellaring.
- Serve at 16 to 18°C.
- Keeps for 5 to 15 years.
Inside the region.
Nearby regions.
Israel: common questions
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