Top 100 red wines of Israel - Page 5

Discover the top 100 best red wines of Israel as well as the best winemakers in the region. Explore the varietals of the red wines that are popular of Israel and the best vintages to taste in this region.

Discovering the wine region of Israel

Israel is located in the western Part of the Middle East (or Near East), at the eastern end of the Mediterranean. The controversial borders of the modern Jewish state were created following World War II. Its wine industry has its roots in the late 19th century, but has expanded greatly in recent decades. Various varieties of "international" wine grapes have proven themselves in Israel's best Vineyards.

These include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Chardonnay and even Gewurztraminer. There are also several members of the large Muscat family, which retains its historical ties to this part of the world. Alexandria, which gives its name to the ancient North African vine Muscat of Alexandria, is located 500 kilometers (315 miles) west of the Israeli capital, Jerusalem. Although small compared to most modern wine-producing nations, Israel's annual wine production has attracted attention from all corners of the wine world in recent years.

This is not only due to the development of New cooler Climate terroirs, such as the Golan Heights, but also to the quality approach of the country's wine producers.

Discover the grape variety: Marselan

Marselan noir is a grape variety that originated in France (Languedoc). It produces a variety of grape specially used for wine making. It is rare to find this grape to eat on our tables. This variety of grape is characterized by large bunches and small grapes. Marselan noir can be found in several vineyards: South-West, Cognac, Bordeaux, Languedoc & Roussillon, Rhone valley, Provence & Corsica, Loire valley, Savoie & Bugey, Beaujolais.

Food and wine pairing with a red wine of Israel

red wines from the region of Israel go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or pork such as recipes of quick beef and cheese yakitori, merguez - courgettes gratin (leftover barbecue) or sauté of pork with chorizo.

Organoleptic analysis of red wine of Israel

On the nose in the region of Israel often reveals types of flavors of cherry, smoke or dried fruit and sometimes also flavors of floral, citrus fruit or vegetal. In the mouth in the region of Israel is a powerful with a lot of tannins present in the mouth.