Shomron is a wine region in Israel.
Growers build the wines around Cabernet Sauvignon, filling out the blend with Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Syrah and Sauvignon Blanc.
Vines root into calcareous, chalk and clay.
The climate is mediterranean.
The vineyards themselves read as valley floor.
Red wine, white wine and rosé wine is what the region is known for, and in the glass it shows crisp and mineral-driven, expression of the local terroir, light and refreshing and showcasing red fruit aromas.
Pour them alongside grilled meats, roasted vegetables, seafood dishes and strong cheeses.
Serve at 16 to 18°C.
Keeps for 5 to 10 years.
In the glass.
White: Crisp and mineral-driven, Expression of the local terroir.
Rosé: Light and refreshing, Showcasing red fruit aromas.
Grapes planted here.
Bottles to look for.
- Carmel 'Vineyard Selected' Emerald Riesling - Chenin Blanc, Shomron, Israel
- Carmel Appellation Petit Verdot, Shomron, Israel
- Carmel Private Collection Chardonnay, Samaria, Israel
- Carmel Single Vineyards Carignan, Shomron, Israel
- Gat Shomron Winery '24K' Viongier Iced Wine, Shomron, Israel
- Gva'ot Winery 'Gofna' Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Shomron, Israel
- Gva'ot Winery 'Gofna' Reserve Chardonnay - Cabernet Sauvignon, Shomron, Israel
- Gva'ot Winery 'Masada', Shomron, Israel
At the table.
- Grilled meats
- Roasted vegetables
- Seafood dishes
- Strong cheeses
- Spicy cuisine
Serving and cellaring.
- Serve at 16 to 18°C.
- Keeps for 5 to 10 years.
Nearby regions.
Shomron: common questions
01.What grapes is Shomron known for?+
02.What kind of wine does Shomron make?+
03.Where is Shomron?+
04.What food goes with Shomron wine?+
05.How long does Shomron wine age?+
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