Discover the top 100 best red wines of Center as well as the best winemakers in the region. Explore the varietals of the red wines that are popular of Center and the best vintages to taste in this region.
Central Israel between Jerusalem and Tel Aviv, high-altitude vineyards (up to 1,000 m) in the Judean Hills, terra rossa over limestone and tufa, warm days and cool nights. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah are the signature reds: elegant and structured with blackcurrant, blackberry, black cherry, Mediterranean garrigue and a mineral-calcareous hint, balanced tannins. Taut mineral Chardonnay, lively Sauvignon and ample Sémillon as refined whites. Emerging Pinot Noir.
Supple, sun-drenched reds with a deep ruby robe, smooth tannins and moderate acidity, with intense aromas of ripe red fruit (strawberry, raspberry, candied cherry), garrigue (thyme, bay), white pepper, kirsch and soft spice. Ample, warm palate. Absolute pillar of Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC, Gigondas, Côtes-du-Rhône, Tavel rosé, Priorat DOQ, Rioja (as Garnacha) and star of naturally sweet wines (Banyuls, Maury, Rasteau). Autochthonous Mediterranean variety from Aragon.
red wines from the region of Center go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or poultry such as recipes of boeuf lôc lac (cambodia), lamb with masalé sauce and rice or peach and apricot chicken (about 270 calories).
