Kosher

Winemaker Description 

The Castel Grand Vin is a 90+ rated wine from the famed Judean Hills region in Israel. It is one of the most consistent high-end wines produced in Israel. The varieties used to create this wine are Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, and Cabernet Franc, harvested from the winery's finest vineyard plots.

 The wine matured in mostly new French oak barrels for approximately 16 months, and was then transferred to concrete tanks for approximately 4 months before bottling. Castel Grand Vin is a classic, elegant wine, bearing deep color and a concentrated and complex bouquet of blackberries, cherries, plum, and spice. This is a balanced wine, with a velvety smoothness, fine (yet tangible) tannins, and a long clean finish. The Castel Grand Vin can age for 10+ years when stored in proper conditions.

The story of Domaine du Castel dates back to the 1970s when Eli Ben Zaken migrated from Milan to Israel with his family. He bought a small piece of land close to Jerusalem and began to fulfil his dream of working the land by planting an orchard and keeping chickens. In 1988 Eli decided to plant the first modern-day vineyard in the Judean Hills and in 1995 he released the first 600 bottles of his Grand Vin matured in oak barrels which he had imported from France himself.

Eli’s Grand Vin quickly gained a cult following and a bottle was even sent to the head of the wine department at Sotheby’s auction house, Serena Sutcliffe, who heaped praise on the wine. Made in the classic Bordeaux style, the Grand Vin is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc grapes which are carefully selected from Eli’s top vineyards.

Following the vinification the young wine is aged in oak barrels for 16 months followed by a further four months of maturation in concrete tanks. The result is a remarkably complex red which boasts a full body, rich dark fruit flavours and a very long finish. Although approachable now, this is a wine which has excellent ageing capabilities and will continue to develop and evolve over the next decade or so.

Winemaker Description 

The pale rose color is enhanced by a beautiful shine. The nose expresses itself with a beautiful intensity on the grapefruit and the vine peach. The palate shows the roundness combining floral aromas and white fruits. A rose of gastronomy.

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Inky garnet in color, this wine has a nose of raspberry, juniper berry and green bell pepper. With a nice combination of bright notes and tannins, it offers flavors of blackberry, pomegranate, black pepper, oregano and thyme. Mouth-pleasing tannins hang around into the bright yet velvety finish.

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A full-bodied and fruity wine, with hints of apricot, melon and peach.

A combination of oak barrel fermentation and slow fermentation at low temperature in a stainless steel tank. The aging of the wine in oak barrels gives it aromas of vanilla, caramel and honey.

The Tishbi winery has a history that spans more than 120 years in Israel; one that intersects with many of the famous names of modern Israel’s short history. The story begins in 1882, when Malka and Michael Chemelitsky immigrated to the city of Shefeya at the foothills of Zichron Yaakov.

There they worked for the Carmel Wine Co-op that was founded by Baron Edmund de Rothschild in the late 1800s. They worked the land, planting vineyards, clearing rubble and stones, with nothing more than the barest of tools and technology. The work was backbreaking and endless, and unfortunately more work, was the only reward for many of the early immigrants, that came to settle the barren land.

However, for the few farmers that were lucky to work with Edmund, they saw salvation from his deep pockets, huge heart, and massive resources that he brought to bear, to teach, bolster, and, ultimately, build the, then fledgling, wine industry into the forebear of where it is today.

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Our Cabernet Sauvignon captures the essence of the grapes grown at the lofty altitude of 900 meters in the unique cool climate of the Gush Etzion region. For 20 months the wine matures in French Oak barrels until attaining a flavor that is elegant and complex.

Gush Etzion is located in the Judean region, situated south of Jerusalem, at one of the highest altitudes in Israel. This area has been recognized for thousands of years for wine growing. The climate, differences in day and night temperatures, chalky soil, the sloping vineyards, and altitude of over 900 meters above sea level, create ideal conditions for wine growing.

Shraga and Tamar z”l Rosenberg’s passion for winemaking grew became a small winery in which they produced 700 bottles a year. Within a few years, plans were drawn up to create a winery at the Gush Etzion junction and partner with local Kibbutzim to plant vineyards. Today, there are more than 600 dunams of grapevines planted in and around the area. After the successful establishment of the winery,

Producer Description 

The grapes for this elegant, fruity grape wine were carefully selected in some of New York State's finest vineyards. This is a rich, sweet wine.

Producer Description 

The grapes for this elegant, fruity grape wine were carefully selected in some of New York State's finest vineyards. This is a rich, sweet wine.

Winemaker Description 

This drink now Chateau Roubine, La Vie en Rose is from Cotes de Provence, France: Look for cherries, strawberries, peaches and subtle hints of minerals on the nose. Light in body, with notes of ripe red berries and stony fruit. A perfect, medium-plus acid structure that balances well with the ripeness of the fruit on the palate - carrying the wine throughout and culminating in a refreshing finish.

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Mevushal. Bartenura Prosecco Rosé is a semi-dry sparkling wine with fruity flavors, light effervescence, and a beautiful pink hue. It's the perfect celebratory wine and will pair beautifully with aperitifs and desserts.

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Yarden Gewürztraminer displays enticing tropical fruit, spice and floral characters, along with attractive peach and pear notes. This medium-bodied dry wine is a great combination of satisfying flavor and pleasing drinkability.Enjoyable now, Yarden Gewürztraminer will continue developing in the bottle for some 18 months and remain in excellent drinking condition for about three years from vintage.

Try serving the wine with grilled fish with a squeeze of lemon, goat cheese salad with citrus dressing, or a chickpea and apricot tagine. Yarden is the premier label and flagship brand of Golan Heights Winery. Eachyear, the finest grapes from the best vineyards are reserved for Yarden wines.

“Yarden” is the Hebrew word for Jordan River, which bisects the Golan Heights
from the Galilee. The label features a symbol of ancient Israel: an oil lamp
decorated with mosaic tile.

Winemaker Victor Schoenfeld. The 2023 Yarden Gewürztraminer displays enticing tropical fruit, spice and floral characters, along with attractive peach and pear notes. 

This medium-bodied dry wine is a great combination of satisfying flavor and pleasing drinkability.

Enjoyable now, 2023 Yarden Gewürztraminer will continue developing in the
bottle for some 18 months and remain in excellent drinking condition for about
three years from vintage. Try serving the wine with grilled fish with a squeeze of
lemon, goat cheese salad with citrus dressing, or a chickpea and apricot tagine.

The 2023 vintage ended in mid-October amidst some of the most trying times
our country has ever faced. Although the season’s onset was warmer than usual
and total precipitation was 14% below average, late rains were sufficient for
starting the growing season with optimal soil moisture. 

While some exposed clusters sustained a bit of damage due to an extreme heatwave in mid-August, vine canopies remained healthy. Ultimately, our yields were 16% lower than average, but of high quality.

The Galilee (or Galil) is the northernmost — and generally considered the best —
appellation in Israel. The highest quality growing area within the appellation is
the Golan Heights (or simply the Golan), also the coldest region in Israel. The
vineyards on this volcanic plateau rise from 1,300 feet to 3,900 feet above sea
level and receive snowfall in the winter. Golan Heights Winery is located in the
town of Katzrin in the central Golan.

Winemaker Description 

This is the Grand Vin Blanc, mainly made from Roussanne with Clairette and Marsanne. The Roussane was oak aged in French oak barrels. The wine is named after Albert, Jacques Capsouto’s younger brother. The wine is straw colored with a lemony, apricot character and a hint of a floral aroma. It is medium bodied and with good complexity, and a long broad flavored finish.

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Octover 7th is a defining event that affected every one of us and the entire nation of Israel. We at Psagot Winery believe that light can emanate from places of darkness, therefore we chose to focus on light. Wine is connecting between people and reveals the hidden. The 7.10 wine series is dedicated to the people of Israel who are taking part in a battle that will determine its fate. May we be strengthened from a place of life and joy and a great light shall be revealed. Proceeds are dedicated to the rehabilitation of the Israeli kibbutzim surrounding the Gaza Strip.

Winemaker Description 

Lightly touched by wood aging, this ripe wine is both crisp and rich. Its briskness brings in a mineral edge while the ripeness produces the rich apple and apricot fruits. 

The palate is very well balanced, skillfully blending vivacity and roundness. Meyer lemon, golden apple, peach, toasted oak and fresh cream. Medium in body, with medium-plus intensity and nice viscosity on the palate.

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Clear, day-bright nectar with aromas of strawberry, pineapple, and a whisper of anise. Full-bodied, balanced, and fruity with a hint of honey. A silky, luscious texture and a long finish. 

Winemaker Description 

All Uka sake uses Koda Farms® Heirloom Organic Kokuho Rose® KR55 rice and the soft water from Mount Adatara. Furthermore, Uka “Dry” uses Fukushima’s first prefectural yeast, Utsukushima Yume Yeast, known to produce sake with less acidity, and aromas of banana and melon. The interplay of fruity on the nose and dry on the palate is achieved by careful handling and skillful expertise. 

Producer Description 

Misty Hills is produced from the winery’s best vineyard plot, ‘fossils’ plot. The wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah grapes sourced from this north-facing slope plot with Terra-Rosa soil.

Misty Hills is a complex, elegant wine with flavors of black fruit and elevated minerality.

The wine’s name is a tribute to the morning mists that often cover our vineyards. These mists form as warm air from the Mediterranean collides with cool air descending from the mountains. Planted in stony soils along the slopes of the Judean Hills, our vineyards are uniquely located to take advantage of this climatic phenomenon.

The illustration on the Misty Hills label portrays the epitome of Terroir: The symbiotic bond between Soil, Vine, and Human.

Expert Review

94 Points Falstaff by Peter Moser | Dark ruby, purple reflections, broad ochre rim. Delicate vanilla and oak, a hint of cinnamon and nougat, ripe cherry at the heart, liquorice and cassis in the background. Complex, juicy, dark cherry, supporting, firm tannins, salty-mineral finish, still young, will benefit from bottle ageing. (2022). 

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From the Cremant d'Alsace in France. Notes of citrus and crisp apple play on the nose. The palate is brisk with citrus and tart greengage fruit.

Aged in our cellars for many months, our crémant is recognized for its great finesse. it goes well with festive moments, aperitifs, and desserts but also with veal roasts, a pan of mushrooms, poultry dishes in sauce... Serve chilled.

Kosher for Passover. Mevushal. 

Producer Description 

Dry Chenin blanc. Bright yellow with green/grey hues. 

This cuvée reveals a smoked and mineral ensemble, paired with white or yellow fruit notes (pear, peach, apple), enhenced by aromas of smoked buts (hazelnut).

Smooth and fresh, flavours of white fruit and citrus, good acidity and interesting bitterness on the finish. Elegant finale, reminding of a white fruit purée.

Winemaker Description 

Ginjo is a special reserve connoisseur class of sake. Most sakes are brewed with rice that has been milled 30%. For our Ginjo we use rice that is polished over 50%. Additionally, we use a special strain of yeast that allows for fermentation at a cooler temperature. The result of the slower, longer process is a silky-smooth, rich and fruity flavor. Delicate, dry and silky smooth with a texture that is soft and intriguing! Serve chilled, perfect by itself or with lightly seasoned foods! 

The brewer uses rice that is polished over 50%. Additionally, they use a special strain of yeast that allows for fermentation at a cooler temperature. The result of the slower, longer process is a silky-smooth, rich texture and a fruity flavor.

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Rich and sweet. A great traditional wine for Passover or for Shabbos. Serve with brisket or honeyed poultry. Kedem has done an excellent job with this. It is a Sweet Red wine from New York State. 

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Codorniu Demi-Sec , as its name indicates, is the traditional cava par excellence, made using the three classic varieties from the D.O. Cava: Macabeo, Xarel-lo and Parellada. Its fresh, fruity and delicate aromas make it the ideal option for a pre-dinner aperitif. This Demi-Sec version is for those who like their cavas to be less dry. So if you want to raise an even sweeter toast, this is undoubtedly the cava for you! 

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55% Sauvignon Blanc, 45% Chardonnay. This wine is made from the grapes grown in top quality vineyards located in the Judean Hills. The must was fermented in controlled cold temperature stainless steel tanks for 4 weeks. This process enhances maximum extraction of fruity and citrus aromas.

This Blanc boasts scents of soft pink peony and orange blossom against a gooseberry and white strawberry fruit backbone.

Winemaker Description 

Produced from 100% Chardonnay grapes. Hand picked Chardonnay grapes grown in the Galilee exhibit nuances of jasmine and honey. Body is medium to full. The wine has been aged for 8 months in oak barrels which adds complexity and richness.

Tal Pelter, the Winemaker and co-owner of Pelter and Matar Wineries, studied agriculture at the Weizmann Institute of Science in Rehovot, Israel. He got a BA in viticulture studies at Curtin University. Tal worked with winemaker John Griffith at Darlington Estate, a boutique winery located in the Perth hills, producing premium wines, blends, sparkling wines, Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc and Shiraz.

After completing his studies, Tal worked at Evans & Tate Winery, in Western Australia. In 2001, Tal returned to Israel with a vision of establishing his own winery.

After the passing of his mother Tiva in 2002, Tal founded Pelter Winery in her honor. Tal embarked on a journey to produce premium wines in Israel. Nir Pelter, C.E.O and co-owner of Pelter and Matar Wineries. After military service in 2005, Nir joined the winery, motivated by the spirit of the business, the teamwork, and excitement of a new venture. Tal and Nir decided to establish Matar, a premium brand Kosher winery.

Winemaker Description

The various plots were harvested at the optimal ripening stage and fermented separately, after the fermentations the wines were combined into a white blend. Psagot Sinai White is a refreshing, aromatic, elegant and fruity wine, with rich aromas and flavors of melons and pears, with supportive acidic structure.

Winemaker Description

Well-balanced, delicate on the nose, with fruity and floral notes that range from apple, pear and citrus to hawthorn.

Exquisitely acidulous, velvety, full-flavored on the palate, unfolding to a complex array of white-fleshed fruits nuances and smoothing out to a fresh, persistent finish.

Winemaker Description

Discover the vibrant Gilgal Sauvignon Blanc from Golan Heights Winery. Crafted from Sauvignon Blanc grapes grown in the unique volcanic soil and high altitude of the Golan Heights, this light to medium-bodied wine offers a symphony of guava, pineapple, lemon, peach, and melon, balanced with a subtle grassiness.

Enjoy its delightful aromas of pear and vanilla, complemented by tropical pineapple flavors, Gala apple, and refreshing mint notes. Perfectly paired with grilled seafood, light salads, or goat cheese, it promises a fresh, lingering finish. Ideal for enhancing any dining experience.

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Mevushal. Israel. It displays Producing a fine Pinot Noir requires an exact balance of warm days and cool nights. Barkan found this balance in their vineyard at Mitzpah Ramon in the high desert.

The wine is marked by soft, yet palpable tannin, with a fresh almost strawberry aroma with hints of black cherries and mint. Barkan Pinot Noir's medium body and crisp finish goes well with grilled salmon or veal, and is best served at a cool room temperature.

Winemaker Description

Exclusively crafted under the meticulous care of the Herzog family and Herzog Wine Cellars’ head winemaker, David Galzignato, the Yesod wine series features three ultra-premium single-vineyard wines. Each wine is sourced from some of the most acclaimed vineyards in Napa Valley, California, and are a testament to the family’s rich history and the ambitious vision for Herzog Wine Cellars.

Expert Reviews

Robert Parker 95 Points | Brilliant aromas of black cherries and cassis jump from the glass, as the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Peak Edcora Vineyard bursts with fruit. All Cabernet Sauvignon, from a site that neighbors Stagecoach Vineyard, this is a medium to full-bodied, densely concentrated example of mountain fruit, yet it's one that is not harsh or tough, with well-ripened tannins and a plush, lingering finish. Bravo. 

Jeb Dunnuck 94+ Points | All varietal, the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Peak Edcora Vineyard is another deep purple-hued wine in the lineup with tons to love. Pure cassis, graphite, leafy herbs, and damp earth-like nuances all shine here, and it's medium to full-bodied, with beautiful mid-palate depth, ripe, integrated, yet ample tannins, and a great finish. It offers pleasure today, yet I see no reason this shouldn't evolve for 15+ years if well stored. It's another gorgeous Cabernet Sauvignon in the vintage. 

The Wine Independent 97+ Points | Deep garnet-purple in color, the single-varietal 2021 Peak Edcora Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon charges out of the gate with bold notions of creme de cassis, blackberry pie, and boysenberry preserves followed by nuances of dark chocolate, camphor, and black olives. The medium to full-bodied palate is laden with black fruit and savory layers, supported by firm, ripe, grainy tannins and seamless freshness, finishing on a lingering minty note. 

Winemaker Description

Kishor Winery was established in 2010. It is in the Kibutz Kishorit, a home for adults with special needs. In this community, the members are active contributors, enjoying important work and activities. The winery, Kishor, is an integral part of the community, employing five permanent workers from the Kibutz year-round and hiring more for the intense harvest season. 

Medium-bodied, round, and balanced with a full mouth and rich, crisp acidity. Flavors of grapefruit, lemon, lime, floral, herbal, and mineral, with a touch of oak come across the palate. It has an exceptionally smooth finish. Nice with roasted fish.

Winemaker Description

Winemaker, Eli Ben-Zaken, crafts this wine by allocating a portion of premium grape varietals - Merlot, Malbec, and Cabernet Franc - destined for the winery's flagship wine, Domaine du Castel Grand Vin. The grapes are picked early to ensure that the resulting wine has enough acidity to offer the crisp and tart nature of a rose that is expected.

Then, the grapes are pressed and the juice is left in contact with the grape skins for just enough time to achieve the wine's impressive salmon hue. This has enchanting floral and berry aromas leading into a wonderful soiree of tart citrus and red fruit flavors on the palate and capped by a pleasing mineral finish. This rose is best in its youth.

A blend of 60% Merlot, 22% Malbec and 18% Cabernet Franc from high-density vineyards planted at 700 metres altitude, west of Jerusalem.