2024 Golan Heights Winery - Galilee Mount Hermon Red Kosher (750ml)

Golan Heights Winery has been shaping Israel's modern wine identity since it was founded in 1983, growing into the country's most influential producer through a deep, ongoing study of the Golan Heights as a wine region. The estate releases four label tiers, Yarden, Gilgal, Golan, and Mount Hermon, with Mount Hermon designed as the accessible entry point, built for reliable quality at a friendly price rather than cellar-worthy ambition.

Grapes for this blend come from vineyards planted on a volcanic plateau in the Golan Heights, at elevations ranging from roughly 400 to 1,200 meters, where cooler air at altitude slows ripening and preserves freshness in the fruit. The wine combines five classic Bordeaux varieties, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, and Petit Verdot, farmed under sustainable practices and fermented in stainless steel to keep the focus on pure fruit character rather than oak influence.

The wine shows red and black fruit aromas layered with fresh herbs, earth, and a touch of cocoa. It carries a satisfying, medium body with flavor that lingers pleasantly on the finish, and it drinks well right away rather than needing time to develop. Try it with grilled lamb skewers, a good burger, or a wedge of brie.