Posted at 21:16h in Wine industry by David Rhodes 0 Comments
Since moving to Israel, I’ve experienced and most typically enjoyed hundreds of wine tastings. It just goes with the territory of being a wine writer and sommelier. It’s a pleasant diversion when you’re offered a nice twist from the standard fare of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot…
The following article is from wines-israel.com and reprinted with permission. Terravino 2011 has taken place. This is one of the main Israeli tasting competitions in the wine calendar, but it is the only open to international entrants. The competition is organized annually by Ish Anavim, The Grape…
Posted at 12:11h in Wine industry by Avi 2 Comments
The following article is from wines-israel.com and reprinted with permission. In a brilliant and original marketing ploy, a new wine has been launched which is totally secret. So secret it has no name, no variety, no story on the back label. Even the winery is unknown….
To learn more about Rogov brandy, download the Rogov Leaflet. Carmel Winery has launched a new prestigious, limited edition, ‘wine finished’ brandy in memory of Daniel Rogov, z”l, who passed away recently. Daniel Rogov was Israel’s most celebrated wine critic, the voice of the Israel wine revolution…
Posted at 19:01h in Wine industry, Wineries, Wines by Avi 1 Comment
The following is from wines-israel.com and reprinted with permission. The Wine Advocate has published its annual December tasting of Israeli wines. The three most successful wines were Yatir Forest, Castel Grand Vin and Carmel Limited Edition. The target of any winery is to receive 90 points or more…
Posted at 14:44h in Wine industry by Avi 3 Comments
The following is from wines-israel.com and reprinted with permission. It represents the opinions of the author. Israeli wine has always had a special place in its surrounding society. It has had the same relevance and prominence from the days of Ancient Israel in Biblical times, through…
Posted at 14:31h in Wineries, Wines by Avi 1 Comment
The following article was originally posted on wines-israel.com. It is reprinted with permission. Sparkling wine is the wine of fashion and celebration. Whether on New Year’s Eve or at a wedding, it remains the classic wine to make a toast with. It is also a symbol…
Posted at 22:16h in Wine industry by Avi 2 Comments
The following article is adapted from wines-israel.com Advancing Brand Israel The United States is Israel’s largest export market for wines, with over 50% of all Israel’s exports going there. It is also the country with the largest potential for Israeli wine. The USA has something like 5.5…
Posted at 20:03h in Wineries by Avi 0 Comments
Ha’aretz’s weekend magazine has a new series where they profile a parent and child. This weekend is Moti Teperberg, from Teperberg 1870, and his daughter Hila Lieber-Teperberg. read the full article A little history of Teperberg winery: Moti…
Posted at 17:00h in Wine industry by Avi 0 Comments
Check out my good friend and mentor Adam Montefiore (and a true mentsh!) talk about one of Israel’s best wineries – Yatir Forest. …
Posted at 21:27h in Wineries, Wines by Avi 0 Comments
Discover the Psagot Winery …
