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…
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 17:52h in Events, Wineries, Wines by Avi 1 Comment
The following is from wines-israel.com and reprinted with permission El Al, Israel’s national airline, submitted wines to the annual wine tasting organized by the Global Traveler, along with 28 other international airlines. The competition was for wines served to First Class & Business Class…
Posted at 19:17h in Wineries, Wines by Avi 1 Comment
When Carmel was founded in the 19th century, it will surprise many to know that the wineries of Rishon Le Zion and Zichron Ya’acov were considered extremely advanced for their time. Cuttings for the new vineyards were taken from Château Lafite, the first winemaker was…
Posted at 18:26h in Wines by Avi 0 Comments
The following article appeared on wines-israel.com. The opinions expressed are those of the author Carmel Winery has launched a single vineyard Riesling. The wine comes from the celebrated Kayoumi vineyard in the foothills of Mount Meron, in the Upper Galilee. Carmel Riesling, Kayoumi Vineyard 2010 is 100%…
Posted at 15:13h in Events, Kosher by Avi 2 Comments
The following post was reprinted with permission by wines-israel.com The KFWE 2011 recently took place in Manhattan, NY. This refers to the Kosher Food & Wine Experience which was organized by the Royal Wine Corporation of Bayonne, New Jersey. Royal Wine are owners of Herzog Wine Cellars…
Posted at 13:00h in Wine 101, Wines by Avi 0 Comments
This article originally appeared on wines-israel.co.il and is reprinted with permission. Sparkling wines have become very popular almost overnight in Israel. The number of imported sparklers, mainly Cava from Spain or Prosecco from Italy, has increased dramatically. The trend is led by the young adults, in…
Posted at 18:08h in Wine industry, Wineries, Wines by Avi 1 Comment
(The following article first appeared on wines-israel and is reprinted w/ permission To order Hugh Johnson’s Pocket Wine Book 2011 please click here.) The new Hugh Johnson’s Pocket Wine Book 2011 has been published by Mitchell Beazley, London. This is the annual, mini-encyclopedia written by Englishman, Hugh…
Posted at 17:59h in Wine industry, Wineries by Avi 0 Comments
(The following article was written by Adam Montefiore for TASTED magazine and is reprinted with permission from wines-israel.com) Israel is a ‘new world’ wine country, in one of the oldest wine regions on earth. In this Biblical land, one can find a curious combination…
Posted at 20:46h in Wineries, Wines by Avi 0 Comments
(This article first appeared on wines-israel.com and is reprinted with permission) Two wines were recently launched on the same date, at the same venue, with a tasting by a select group of Israel’s leading wine journalists & critics. As the wines were tasted…
Posted at 15:03h in Wine industry, Wineries by Avi 2 Comments
A number of Israeli wineries are celebrating significant anniversaries in 2010: Carmel, Tishbi, Dalton, Galil Mountain and Recanati are all commemorating their milestones in different ways. Each has their own unique story. They have all given a great deal to the development of the Israel…
