Top 100 white wines of Israel
Discover the top 100 best white wines of Israel as well as the best winemakers in the region. Explore the varietals of the white 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: Muscatel
Intensely perfumed aromatic whites with a pale golden robe, showing powerful signature aromas of muscat, rose, white flowers, fresh grape and exotic fruits. Prized for sweet wines, fortified muscats (Moscatel de Setúbal, Málaga) and aromatic table grapes. Grown in Spain (Málaga, Levant), Portugal, Italy and the Maghreb. The Anglo-Saxon and Iberian name for Muscat Blanc à Petits Grains, a historic aromatic variety.
Food and wine pairing with a white wine of Israel
white wines from the region of Israel go well with generally quite well with dishes of pork, rich fish (salmon, tuna etc) or vegetarian such as recipes of ham and cheese cake, spaghetti neapolitan style or cream and tuna quiche.
Organoleptic analysis of white wine of Israel
On the nose in the region of Israel often reveals types of flavors of pineapple, tropical or citrus and sometimes also flavors of peach, green apple or minerality. In the mouth in the region of Israel is a with a nice freshness.
