Bazelet Hagolan Winery

Bazelet Hagolan Winery

Volcanic basalt soil, high altitude vineyards, and the unique terroir of the Golan Heights combine to create the quality wines of Bazelet ha Golan. This wine is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, unfiltered and aged in French and American oak barrels. The Bazelet ha Golan logo depicts a 2,000 year old Greek coin, found while excavating at an archeological site in the Ramat Ha-golan.

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Jewish winemakers

Over the last 2,000 years, Jewish winemakers have struggled to overcome enormous challenges. Much of that time was spent in the Diaspora, a period of exile that frequently brought Jews to lands not blessed with vineyards such as they had previously known. But tradition mandated the drinking of wine, and vintners were forced to do their best with what they had at their disposal.

Beaujolais is a French Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée

Beaujolais is a French Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée (AOC) wine generally made of the Gamay grape which has a thin skin and is low in tannins. Like most AOC wines they are not labeled varietally. Whites from the region, which make up only 1% of its production, are made mostly with Chardonnay grapes though Aligoté is also permitted. Beaujolais tends to be a very light-bodied red wine, with relatively high amounts of acidity. In some vintages, Beaujolais produces more wine than the Burgundy wine regions of Chablis, Côte d'Or, Côte Chalonnaise and Mâconnais put together.

The wine takes its name from the historical Beaujolais province and wine producing region. It is located north of Lyon, and covers parts of the north of the Rhône département (Rhône-Alpes) and parts of the south of the Saône-et-Loire département (Burgundy). While administratively considered part of the Burgundy wine region, the climate is closer to the Rhône and the wine is unique enough to be considered separately from Burgundy and Rhône. The region is known internationally for its long tradition of winemaking, uniquely emphasized the use of carbonic maceration, and more recently for the popular Beaujolais nouveau.

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Abarbanel Beaujolais Villages 2007

Mevushal: No
Alc/Vol: 12%
Size: 750 ml
Region: France
Type: Beaujolais
Color: Red
Varietal: Gamay
Supervision: OU

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In the world of Beaujolais there are three levels of quality -- the bottom level are wines that simply carry the designation "Beaujolais." The next level up are those wines labeled "Beaujolais Villages." The top level is Domaine/Estate Bottled Beaujolais Villages -- denoting that the wine is not only Chateau grown and bottled but is also from a superior vineyard at a high elevation. The 2007 Abarbanel Estate Bottled Beaujolais Villages has intriguing notes of blackberries, raspberries and tobacco along with banana on the finish. This is a fun quaffing wine that can be chilled for an hour prior to drinking, and is America’s most honored kosher Beaujolais Villages. Drink now. Pair this with sweet and sour chicken, BBQ chicken, and hamburgers.

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Abarbanel

Abarbanel wines are produced by the Abarbanel Family- the world's oldest Jewish family, tracing it's heritage to ancient Israel and most notably to Don Isaac Abarbanel, the renowned Torah commentator and last and greatest leader of Spanish Jewry before the expulsion in 1492.

Kosher Wines from Italy

Founded more than 20 years ago by the Cosmo family, the Bellenda Winery has emerged as one of Italy’s top producers of quality Sparkling wines. Located North of Venice in the Vittoria Veneto region of Northeast Italy, the Cosmo family have been growing their own grapes for generations in the foothills of the Alps at an elevation of about 300 meters. The wine is made from Prosecco grapes grown on the hillsides of Conegliano and Valdobbiadene. Unlike most Proseccos which undergo one and a half months of initial fermentation in stainless steel tanks, this kosher production spent nine months in tanks resting on their lees yielding a much toastier, fruitier palate. This smooth, delicate and highly refined sparkling wine has a characteristically fruity, floral bouquet and displays an abundance of evanescent bubbles against a luminous, brilliant backdrop. It is excellent as an aperitif, but also works very well as an accompaniment to poultry, light, white fish dishes, pastries and fruit-based desserts.

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Ramon Cardova

Ramon Cardova is a luxurious example of Spain's famous Rioja wines. Produced from 100% Tempranillo grapes, which are carefully selected from old vines surrounding the town of Haro, La Rioja. With its bright ruby red color, a nose of ripe wild berries and balsamic aromas, Ramon Cardova is ideal with red meat, fish, and soft, light cheeses.

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Rogov's Guide to Kosher Wines 2010
The World's 500 Best Kosher Wines

With kosher wines now competing comfortably with many of the best wines of the world, an increasingly large audience has come to realize that there need be no contradiction whatsoever between a wine of high quality and a kosher wine.

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Rogov's Guide to Kosher Wines is the definitive annual guide to the 500 best kosher wines (from 14 counties) tasted each year by internationally renowned critic Daniel Rogov. In addition to detailed tasting notes on each of the wines, the guide includes information on what makes a wine kosher, how to host wine-tasting parties and a glossary of wine terminology.

For many years, simply mentioning kosher wines let to not-at-all complimentary humor, if not outright scorn. Those days are happily gone forever and, with kosher wines of the world, are increasingly large audience has come to realize that there need be no contradiction whatsoever between a wine of high quality and a kosher wine.

Highlights included:

• 150 pages filed with useful information in full color
• An introduction to wine regions and grape varietals
• Vintages Reports for the past decade
• Critical rating of 500 wines
• Symbols for easy reference
• A full glossary of wine terminology
• A guide to organizing tasting parties

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Kosher California Wines

California wine is wine made in the U.S. state of California. Nearly three-quarters the size of France, California accounts for nearly 90 percent of entire American wine production. The production in California alone is one third larger than that of Australia. If California were a separate country, it would be the world's fourth-largest wine producer.

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The state's viticultural history dates back to the 18th century when Spanish missionaries planted the first vineyards to produce wine for Mass.

Following a wine renaissance in the mid-20th century, Californian wine entered the international stage at the 1976 Judgment of Paris wine competition when Californian wines beat out French wines in both red and white wine categories. Today there are more than 1,200 wineries in the state, ranging from small boutique wineries to large corporations like E & J Gallo Winery with distribution across the globe.

wine-producing countries such as France, Italy and Spain

• Over a hundred grape varieties

Kosher Australian Wines

The Australian wine industry is the fourth-largest exporter in the world, exporting over 400 million litres a year to a large international export market that includes "old world" wine-producing countries such as France, Italy and Spain. There is also a significant domestic market for Australian wines, with Australians consuming over 400 million litres of wine per year. The wine industry is a significant contributor to the Australian economy through production, employment, export and tourism.

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History

Vine cuttings from the Cape of Good Hope were brought to the penal colony of New South Wales by Governor Phillip on the First Fleet (1788). An attempt at wine making from these first vines failed, but with perseverance, other settlers managed to successfully cultivate vines for winemaking, and Australian made wine was available for sale domestically by the 1820s. In 1822 Gregory Blaxland became the first person to export Australian wine, and was the first winemaker to win an overseas award. In 1830 vineyards were established in the Hunter Valley. In 1833 James Busby returned from France and Spain with a serious selection of grape varieties including most classic French grapes and a good selection of grapes for fortified wine production. Wine from the Adelaide Hills was sent to Queen Victoria in 1844, but there is no evidence that she placed an order as a result. The production and quality of Australian wine was much improved by the arrival of free settlers from various parts of Europe, who used their skills and knowledge to establish some of Australia's premier wine regions. For example, emigrants from Prussia in the mid 1850s were important in establishing South Australia's Barossa Valley as a winemaking region.

Early Australian winemakers faced many difficulties, particularly due to the unfamiliar Australian climate. However they eventually achieved considerable success. "At the 1873 Vienna Exhibition the French judges, tasting blind, praised some wines from Victoria, but withdrew in protest when the provenance of the wine was revealed, on the grounds that wines of that quality must clearly be French." Australian wines continued to win high honours in French competitions. A Victorian Syrah (also called Shiraz) competing in the 1878 Paris Exhibition was likened to Château Margaux and "its taste completed its trinity of perfection." One Australian wine won a gold medal "first class" at the 1882 Bordeaux International Exhibition and another won a gold medal "against the world" at the 1889 Paris International Exhibition. That was all before the destructive effects on the industry of the phylloxera epidemic.

In the decades following the devastation caused by phylloxera until the late 1970s, Australian wine production consisted largely, but not exclusively, of sweet and fortified wines. Since then, Australia has rapidly become a world leader in both the quantity and quality of wines it produces. For example, Australian wine exports to the US rose from 578,000 cases in 1990 to 20,000,000 cases in 2004 and in 2000 it exported more wine than France to the UK for the first time in history.

The industry has also suffered hard times in the last 20 years. In the late 1980s, governments sponsored growers to pull out their vines to overcome a glut of winegrapes. Low grape prices in 2005 and 2006 have led to calls for another sponsored vine pull. Cleanskin wines were introduced into Australia during the 1960s as a means to combat oversupply and poor sales.

In recent years organic and biodynamic wines have been increasing in popularity, following a worldwide trend. In 2004 Australia hosted the First International Biodynamic Wine Forum which brought together biodynamic wine producers from around the globe. Despite the overproduction of grapes many organic and biodynamic growers have enjoyed continuing demand thanks to the premium prices winemakers can charge for their organic and biodynamic products, particularly in the European market.

Grape varieties

Major grape varieties are Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon, and Riesling. The country has no native grapes, and Vitis vinifera varieties were introduced from Europe and South Africa in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Some varieties have been bred by Australian viticulturalists, for example Cienna and Tarrango.

Although Syrah was originally called Shiraz in Australia and Syrah elsewhere, its dramatic commercial success has led many Syrah producers around the world to label their wine "Shiraz".

About 130 different grape varieties are used by commercial winemakers in Australia. Over recent years many winemakers have begun exploring so called "alternative varieties" other than those listed above. Many varieties from France, Italy and Spain for example Petit Verdot, Pinot Grigio, Sangiovese, Tempranillo and Viognier are becoming more common. Wines from many other varieties are being produced.

Australian wine making results have been impressive and it has established benchmarks for a number of varietals, such as Chardonnay and Shiraz. Moreover, Australians have innovated in canopy management and other viticultural techniques and in wine-making, and they have a general attitude toward their work that sets them apart from producers in Europe. Australian wine-makers travel the wine world as highly skilled seasonal workers, relocating to the northern hemisphere during the off-season at home." They are an important resource in the globalization of wine and wine critic Matt Kramer notes that "the most powerful influence in wine today" comes from Australia (Kramer).

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Kosher Argentine Wine

The Argentine wine industry is the fifth leading producer of wine in the world. Argentine wine, as with some aspects of Argentine cuisine, has its roots in Spain. During the Spanish colonization of the Americas, vine cuttings were brought to Santiago del Estero in 1557, and the cultivation of the grape and wine production stretched first to neighboring regions, and then to other parts of the country.

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Historically, Argentine winemakers were traditionally more interested in quantity than quality with the country consuming 90% of the wine it produces (12 gallons/45 liters a year per capita according to 2006 figures). Until the early 1990s, Argentina produced more wine than any other country outside Europe, though the majority of it was considered unexportable. However, the desire to increase exports fueled significant advances in quality. Argentine wines started being exported during the 1990s, and are currently growing in popularity. The devaluation of the Argentine peso in 2002, following the economic collapse, further fueled the industry as production costs decreased and tourism significantly increased, giving way to a whole new concept of wine tourism in Argentina. The past years have seen the birth of numerous tourist-friendly wineries with free tours and tastings. The Mendoza Province is now one of Argentina's top tourist destinations and the one which has grown the most in the past years.

The most important wine regions of the country are located in the provinces of Mendoza and San Juan and La Rioja. Salta, Catamarca, Río Negro and more recently Southern Buenos Aires are also wine producing regions. The Mendoza province produces more than 60% of the Argentine wine and is the source of an even higher percentage of the total exports. Due to the high altitude and low humidity of the main wine producing regions, Argentine vineyards rarely face the problems of insects, fungi, molds and other grape diseases that affect vineyards in other countries. This permits cultivating with little or no pesticides, allowing even organic wines to be easily produced.

There are many different varieties of grapes cultivated in Argentina, reflecting her many immigrant groups. The French brought Auxerrois, which became known as Malbec, which makes most of Argentina's best known wines. The Italians brought vines that they called Bonarda, although Argentine Bonarda appears to be the Corbeau of Savoie, also known as Charbono in California, which may be related to Dolcetto. It has nothing in common with the light fruity wines made from Bonarda Piemontese in Piedmont. Torrontés is another typically Argentine grape and is mostly found in the provinces of La Rioja, San Juan, and Salta. It is a member of the Malvasia group that makes aromatic white wines. It has recently been grown in Spain. Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Chardonnay and other international varieties are becoming more widely planted, but some varieties are cultivated characteristically in certain areas.

Agur

Agur

Region: Israel

General Information

This wine was grown in the Mata Vineyards in the Judean Hills, aged six months in oak barrels, and bottled June 2008 in a limited production of 4,600 bottles. Blended from 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 20% Petit Verdot, and 10% Cabernet Franc grapes.

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Abarbanel

Abarbanel wines are produced by the Abarbanel Family- the world's oldest Jewish family, tracing it's heritage to ancient Israel and most notably to Don Isaac Abarbanel, the renowned Torah commentator and last and greatest leader of Spanish Jewry before the expulsion in 1492.

Region: France

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Barkan Cabernet Sauvignon

Barkan Cabernet Sauvignon 2007

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Mevushal: Yes
Alc/Vol: 12%
Size: 750 ml
Region: Israel
Type: Dry
Color: Red
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Supervision: Circle K

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Barkan's Galil vineyards in northern Israel produce rich, ripe Cabernet Sauvignon grapes during the growing season. The wine displays a deep ruby red color, a bouquet redolent of spicy berry aromas intermingled with oak, and a full round body that pairs well with grilled meats and sauces.

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Winemaker's Note

Layers of oak, dark berry, and spice are supported by soft tannins and focused acidity. Best Served With: Medium flavored grilled or sauced chicken.

Yarden Mount Hermon Red 2007

Yarden Mount Hermon Red 2007

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Mevushal: No
Alc/Vol: 13.9%
Size: 750 ml
Region: Israel
Type: Dry
Color: Red
Supervision: Circle K

General Information

Yarden Mount Hermon was produced from Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot with a small amount of Cabernet Franc, all grown in the Golan Heights. The cool climate, rocky volcanic soil and high altitude are ideal conditions for growing classic wine grape varieties. Moderately early pressing yields a wine with good color and ample fruit that can be enjoyed without extensive aging. To preserve the quality of the wine, this bottle should be stored on its side in a cool, dark place. Best served at 55-60 degrees.

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Yarden

The Golan Heights Winery produces premium varietals, proprietary blends and traditional method sparkling wines, marketed under the labels "Yarden", "Gamla" and "Golan". The winery was founded in 1983 and is located in the small town of Katzrin, high up on the Golan Heights. By combining state of the art technology with traditional vinification techniques, the company has succeeded in producing award-winning wines, firmly placing Israel on the international wine map.

Bartenura Moscato 2008

Bartenura Moscato 2008

Bottles/Case: 12
Mevushal: Yes
Alc/Vol: 5%
Size: 750 ml
Region: Italy
Type: Sweet
Color: White
Varietal: Moscato
Supervision: OU

General Information

The Moscato grape is naturally rich in perfumes, and the production of this wine is geared towards preserving these aromas in the finished wine. Only the best grapes are used, and fermentation takes place at a low temperature in order to give a wine with fresh, peachy perfumes and a light, grapey fruit. Ideal on its own, as an apertif, or with fruit or light deserts. Serve chilled and drink young.

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Winemaker's Note

Crisp and refreshing, semi sweet, with lingering pear, tangerine, nectar and melon flavors on the finish. Best Served With: Hors D’oeuvres or sipping at poolside ice cold and perfect with dessert or fresh fruit.

Segal's Cabernet Sauvignon SR

Segal's Cabernet Sauvignon SR

Fourteen months aging in a mixture of French and American oak has created a wine rich, intense and balanced.


Mevushal: Yes
Alc/Vol: 13.5%
Size: 750 ml
Region: Israel
Type: Dry
Color: Red
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Supervision: Circle K

Layla Sparkling Semi-Dry

Layla Sparkling Semi-Dry

Made from half Chardonnay and half Pinot Noir with extra ripe fruit blended together to enhance the natural sweetness of the grapes.


Mevushal: Yes
Alc/Vol: 12.8%
Size: 750 ml
Region: Argentina
Type: Sparkling
Color: White
Supervision: Circle K

Kraemer Blanc de Blancs Brut

Kraemer Blanc de Blancs Brut

Soft and creamy flavors combined with fine bubbles make this a delightful accompaniment to any celebration.

Mevushal: Yes
Alc/Vol: 12.5%
Size: 750 ml
Region: France
Type: Sparkling
Color: White
Varietal: Blend
Supervision: OU
Kosher Wine: Brut