YARDEN WINE CATALOGUE

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1 YARDEN WINE CATALOGUE

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3 Savor the Mediterranean Yarden Inc. imports quality Israeli wines from Golan Heights Winery and Galil Mountain Winery. Premium brands imported to the United States include Yarden, the internationally recognized flagship brand, Golan and Galil Mountain. The company was established in 2001 as a fully owned subsidiary of Golan Heights Winery, Israel. Yarden Inc. s headquarters are situated in New York City, and its representatives are located in main regional markets. Yarden Inc. operates throughout the US in over 40 states.

4 Soil. Topography. Climate. Three distinct grape-growing conditions for producing quality wines on an international level. In Israel, these optimal conditions exist in the Golan Heights. As in other premier wine regions worldwide, everything in this magical strip of land begins with the right conditions, a combination of volcanic basaltic soil, suitable topography and high altitude resulting in cool climate found in the Golan. This is what gives the Golan Heights its second name: Wine Country. Over the years, the distinctive wines of the Golan Heights Winery have become world-renowned, winning dozens of awards at prestigious international competitions. Indeed, the Winery has placed Israel on the world wine map. Since its founding in 1983, the Golan Heights Winery has created four leading brands Yarden, Gamla*, Hermon and Golan. Today, it is considered Israel s leading winery when it comes to wine quality, technological innovation, and new variety development. The Winery has played a significant role in nurturing the country s current wine culture, and has altered the way Israeli wines are perceived worldwide. * In USA the Gamla brand is sold under the name "Gilgal".

5 The Winery Name: Golan Heights Winery Location: Katzrin, Northeast Israel Established: 1983 Owners: Galilee and Golan Heights Vineyards Inc. 4 Kibbutzim (collectives): El Rom, Ortal, Ein Zivan and Geshur 4 Moshavim (cooperatives): Ramat Magshimim, Yonatan, Allone Habashan and Ramot Naftali Subsidiaries: Galil Mountain Winery; Yarden Inc. USA Brands: Yarden, Gamla*, Hermon, Golan Harvest: 6,000-6,300 tons Market share: 20% of local market; 40% of Israeli wine exports Exports: 20% of production to some 30 countries in North & Latin America, Europe, Australia and Asia Pacific * In USA the Gmla brand is sold under the name "Gilgal".

6 Vineyards at a Glance First planting: 1976 Vineyard area: 730 hectares / 1,805 acres Number: 28 in Golan Heights, divided into 415 blocks Altitude: 400-1,200 meters / 1,300-3,900 feet Terrain: Mild slopes of hills and plateaus Climate: Dry summers, snow in winter, nightly low temperatures Harvest: Mechanical and manual; night harvest for whites; from mid-august to late October Soil: Well-drained, volcanic basalt Leading grape varieties Northern Golan Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Gewürztraminer, White Riesling, Pinot Noir, Sangiovese, Viognier Central Golan Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Syrah, Gamay Noir Southern Golan Muscat Canelli, Muscat of Alexandria, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah

7 Golan Heights Winery vineyards Galil Mountain Winery vineyards

8 AWARD WINNING WINES INTERNATIONAL ACCOLADES Golan Heights Winery was awarded the 2012 New World Winery of the Year Wine Star Award presented by Wine Enthusiast Magazine. This is the first time an Israeli winery was selected for this great honor. Golan Heights Winery won the top award at VINITALY 2011, one of the world s most important wine competitions. The winery was awarded the 2011 Gran Vinitaly after garnering the best results in the competition, with the highest score for two wines in blind tastings by 105 jurors. The Golan Heights Winery is the first Israeli producer to win this award, prevailing over more than 3,000 wines, from 1,000 wineries, representing 30 countries. CATEGORY AWARDS COMPETITION Best Eastern Mediterranean Producer Trophy I.W.S.C Best Wine Producer Grand Trophy Vinitaly 2011 WINE VINTAGE AWARDS COMPETITION Yarden Cabernet Sauvignon 1984 Gold and Trophy* I.W.S.C Yarden Cabernet Sauvignon 1985 Gold I.W.S.C. 1988

9 WINE VINTAGE AWARDS COMPETITION Yarden Cabernet Sauvignon 1985 Gold and Trophy Vinexpo 1989 Yarden Cabernet Sauvignon 1986 Gold I.W.S.C Yarden Cabernet Sauvignon 1986 Gold I.W.S.C Yarden Cabernet Sauvignon 1987 Gold Vinexpo 1991 Yarden Cabernet Sauvignon 1988 Platin** B.T.I Yarden Cabernet Sauvignon 1989 Gold and Grophy Vinexpo 1993 Yarden Cabernet Sauvignon 1993 Gold I.W.S.C Yarden Cabernet Sauvignon 1994 Gold I.W.S.C Yarden Cabernet Sauvignon 1997 Gold and Trophy Vinexpo 2001 Yarden Cabernet Sauvignon 1999 Gold and Trophy Vinexpo 2003 Yarden Cabernet Sauvignon 2000 Grand Medaglia D oro Vinitaly 2004 Yarden Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 Grand Medaglia D oro Vinitaly 2009 Yarden Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 Gold Medal C.I.D.V Yarden Cabernet Sauvignon 2008 Gold Medal Vinitaly 2014 Yarden Merlot 1986 Gold I.W.S.C Yarden Merlot 1988 Gold and Trophy Vinexpo 1991 Yarden Merlot 1993 Gold Vinexpo 1997 Yarden Merlot 1993 Gold I.W.S.C Yarden Merlot 1997 Gold Vinexpo 2000

10 WINE VINTAGE AWARDS COMPETITION Yarden Syrah 2004 Gold Medal C.I.D.V Yarden 2T 2009 Gold Medal C.I.D.V Yarden Chardonnay 1988 Gold I.W.S.C Yarden Chardonnay 1990 Gold Vinexpo 1991 Yarden Chardonnay 1991 Gold B.T.I Yarden Chardonnay 1995 Gold I.W.S.C Yarden Chardonnay 2000 Gold Vinexpo 2002 Yarden Chardonnay 2004 Trophy C.D.V Yarden Chardonnay 2011 Gold Mundus Vini 2013 Yarden Chardonnay 2012 Gold Mundus Vini 2014 Yarden Katzrin Chardonnay 2002 Trophy C.D.V Yarden Katzrin Chardonnay 2004 Gold C.D.I.V Yarden Chardonnay Odem 2003 Gold C.I.D.V Yarden Chardonnay Odem 2004 Trophy C.D.V Yarden Chardonnay Odem 2008 Gold (best of the best scoring for Israel) C.D.V Yarden Chardonnay Odem 2009 Grand Gold Medal Vinitaly 2011 Yarden Chardonnay Odem 2009 Gold C.D.V Yarden Viogner 2005 Trophy C.D.V. 2007

11 WINE VINTAGE AWARDS COMPETITION Yarden Gewurztraminer 2009 Gold C.D.V Yarden Blanc de Blancs N.V. Trophy*** I.W.S.C Yarden Blanc de Blancs 1997 Trophy*** I.W.S.C Yarden Blanc de Blancs 1998 Trophy I.W.S.C Yarden Blanc de Blancs 1999 Grand Medaglia D oro Vinitaly 2006 Yarden Blanc de Blancs 1999 Grand Medaglia D oro Vinitaly 2007 Yarden Muscat 1988 Gold Vinexpo 1989 Yarden Muscat 1989 Gold I.W.S.C Yarden Muscat 1991 Gold I.W.S.C Yarden HeightsWine 1999 Gold Vinexpo 2001 Yarden HeightsWine 1999 Gold Vinexpo 2002 Yarden HeightsWine 2000 Gold I.W.S.C Yarden HeightsWine 2003 Gold C.I.D.V Yarden HeightsWine 2004 Trophy I.W.C Yarden HeightsWine 2006 Gold C.I.D.V Yarden HeightsWine 2007 Gold C.I.D.V Yarden HeightsWine 2008 Grand Gold Vinitaly 2011 Yarden HeightsWine 2011 Gold D.W.W.A 2013 Yarden HeightsWine 2011 Gold D.D.V 2013

12 WINE VINTAGE AWARDS COMPETITION Gamla Cabernet Sauvignon 2009 Gold Mundus Vini 2013 I.W.S.C. The International Wine and Spirit Competition is held annually in London. Vinexpo Citadelles du Vin Takes place every year in Bordeaux. B.T.I. World Wine Championship Annual competition organized by the Beverage Testing Institute in Chicago. I.W.C International Wine Challenge The world s largest wine competition is held annually in London. C.I.D.V Challenge International du Vin The biggest international wine competition in France. C.D.V Citadelles du Vin The international wine & spirit competition awarded at Vinexpo. C.D.M Chardonnay Du Monde International competition between the Best Chardonnays in the World. D.W.W.A Decanter World Wine Awards Held in London. Mundus Vini International Wine Award competition held in Germany. * Winiarski Trophy for the Best Cabernet Sauvignon, Worldwide ** World Champion Premium-Priced Red Wine *** Schramsberg Trophy for the Best Bottle-Fermented Sparkling wine, Worldwide

13 YARDEN APPRECIATE THE ART Every work of art fuses the creative and the physical. The Yarden series of wines is no different. Yarden wines combine grapes the artwork of nature and the brimming creativity of the Golan Heights Winery. The flagship series of the Golan Heights Winery, Yarden, features premium varietals, produced from the finest grapes gathered from the best vineyards. The brand is named for the Jordan (Yarden in Hebrew) River, which divides the Golan Heights from the Upper Galilee. The brand s symbol is an ancient oil lamp.

14 Red Wines YARDEN CABERNET SAUVIGNON Varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon. Vineyards: Mostly central Golan and Upper Galilee. Winemaking: Aged for 18 months in French oak barrels. Tasting Note: Intense ripe blackberry, cherry, cassis and plum notes with toasty oak, vanilla and a nuance of spice and tar; full-bodied and concentrated with a long complex finish. Drinking condition for years and beyond. Serving Suggestions: With a great meal, goes well with full-flavored foods, such as peppered grilled steak, roast goose or roasted rack of lamb. Serving Temperature: C/65-70 F. * Also available in 1.5 liter Magnum bottle (limited quantity)

15 YARDEN MERLOT Varieties: Merlot. Vineyards: Central Golan Heights. Winemaking: Aged for 14 months in French oak barrels. Tasting Note: Concentrated layers of berry and cassis notes with orange peel, spice, and rich oak characters; deep and complex flavors. Drinking condition for up to ten years from vintage. Serving Suggestions: Full-flavored meats, such as lamb roasted with wild mushrooms or sirloin, served with a reduced red wine sauce. Also with intense, aged hard cheeses. Serving Temperature: C/65-70 F. * Also available in 1.5 liter Magnum bottle (limited quantity)

16 YARDEN SYRAH Variety: Syrah. Vineyards: Central and northern Golan Heights. Winemaking: Aged for 18 months in French oak barrels. Tasting Note: An abundant bouquet of cassis, wild berries, raspberries, blueberry jam, tobacco, oak, spices and chocolate, accompanied by a hint of earth. Drinking condition for a decade and more. Serving Suggestions: Best with full-flavored foods, such as cassoulet, smoked goose breast finished on the grill, or Beef Wellington. Serving Temperature: C/60-65 F. * Also available in 1.5 liter Magnum bottle (limited quantity)

17 YARDEN MALBEC Variety: Malbec. Vineyard: Yonatan Springs in central Golan Heights. Winemaking: Aged for 18 months in French oak barrels. Tasting Note: Displays attractive aromatic wild berry, blueberry, plum and violet notes layered with hints of spice and rich French oak. Full-bodied yet elegant, this wine presents a pleasingly long finish. Drinking condition for a decade and more. Serving Suggestions: With braised lamb, barbequed beef ribs, spicy sausages or a good pasta Bolognese. Serving Temperature: C/60-65 F.

18 YARDEN PINOT NOIR Variety: Pinot Noir. Vineyards: Northern Golan Heights. Winemaking: Aged for 16 months in French oak barrels. Tasting Note: Raspberry, cherry and cranberry fruit with notes of violets, spices and tobacco. Drinking condition for 5-8 years from harvest. Serving Suggestions: Wild mushroom risotto, roasted pigeon with wine sauce. Serving Temperature: C/60-65 F.

19 YARDEN 2T Varieties: Touriga Nacional and Tinta Cao. Vineyards: Central Golan Heights. Winemaking: The wine aged for 18 months in French oak barrels. Tasting Note: Displays an intriguing mix of cherry, plum and floral notes layered with characters of spice, chocolate and French oak. An attractive blend of two traditional Portuguese varieties, the wine is full-bodied and flavorful. Serving Suggestions: Try pairing the wine with grilled steaks, braised beef with garlic, thin-crust pizza with mushrooms, or an aged firm cheese such as a good Gruyere. Serving Temperature: C/60-65 F.

20 White Wines YARDEN CHARDONNAY Variety: Chardonnay. Vineyards: Northern Golan Heights. Winemaking: Fermented and aged for seven months in French oak barrels of which about 50% were new. Tasting Note: Ripe pear, apple, pineapple and citrus fruit notes layered with rich oak and vanilla characters; rich and buttery with a long attractive finish. Serving Suggestions: With a wide variety of foods, from sushi to roast chicken. Cream sauces, in general, complement this wine, as do foods with a slightly smoky character. Serving Temperature: C/about 50 F.

21 YARDEN VIOGNIER Variety: Viognier. Vineyard: Odem Vineyard in the north of the Golan. Winemaking: one third of the wine fermented and aged in new French oak barrels, one third in previously used French barrels, and one third in stainless tanks. Tasting Note: Attractive notes of fresh peaches, apricots and flowers with hints of spice and perfume, all highlighted with a background of smooth oak. While flavorful and rich, the wine retains elegant drinkability. Serving Suggestions: With rich flavored poultry and free-range veal courses or with mild cheeses. Serving Temperature: C/about 55 F.

22 YARDEN SAUVIGNON BLANC Variety: Sauvignon Blanc. Vineyards: Northern Golan Heights. Winemaking: Aging in French oak barrels for two months adds a light toastiness to the already complex fruit. Tasting Note: Tropical fruits with citrus, light herb notes and hints of vanilla and oak; complex and mediumbodied with long fruit finish. Serving Suggestions: Fresh fish, such as ceviche, tuna tartare or grilled sardines. Also great with poultry, or with fresh or aged goat s milk cheeses. Serving Temperature: 8-10 C/about 50 F.

23 YARDEN GEWÜRZTRAMINER Variety: Gewürztraminer. Vineyards: Northern Golan Heights. Winemaking: Very cold, long fermentation in stainless steel retains fruity, floral, spicy character distinct to this variety. Tasting Note: Layers of passion fruit, kiwi and litchi fruit characters with floral and warm spice notes; complex finish with a hint of sweetness. Serving Suggestions: As an aperitif or with first courses, as well as with spicy fish dishes, such as steamed grouper served Thai-style. Serving Temperature: 7 C/about 45 F.

24 Sparkling Wine YARDEN BLANC DE BLANCS Variety: Chardonnay. Vineyards: Northern Golan Heights. Winemaking: The wine is made strictly according to the traditional method; the grapes are whole-cluster pressed, and the wine is aged for a minimum of four years with the tirage yeast. Tasting Note: Delicate tropical fruit, floral and citrus notes, balanced with nuances of toasted bread and minerals; elegant, crisp and dry. The wine will age gracefully for up to ten years from harvest. Serving Suggestions: Rich and/or salty food such as cold terrine of goose liver, toast points topped with avocado puree and caviar. Serving Temperature: 6-7 C/45 F.

25 YARDEN ROSE Varieties: 70% Chardonnay and 30% Pinot Noir. Vineyards: Northern Golan Heights. Winemaking: Vintage sparkling wine made strictly by the Champagne method including pressing of whole clusters and secondary fermentation in the bottle. Disgorging began after five years of bottle aging on the tirage yeast. Tasting Note: This delectable sparkling wine is crisp and elegant. It displays an aromatic fusion of bright strawberry, citrus and pear fruit notes, balanced with characters of flowers, apple pie, baguette, and roasted nuts. The wine will age gracefully for up to ten years from harvest. Serving Suggestions: With cured meats, tuna tartare, fish tacos, roast chicken, pumpkin ravioli or even a flaky raspberry pie. Serving Temperature: 6-7 C/45 F.

26 Dessert Wines YARDEN HEIGHTSWINE Variety: Gewürztraminer. Vineyards: Northern Golan Heights. Winemaking: The whole clusters are pressed gently while still frozen to gradually yield their rich and concentrated juice, which them ferments quite slowly over a number of months. Tasting Note: Ripe apple, pear, citrus and tropical fruit characters with wild flowers; intense, multi-layered and sweet, with a rich, long complex finish. Serving Suggestions: As a delectable dessert all on its own, or with foie gras, fine cheeses of rich dessert. Serving Temperature: 6-8 C/45 F. * Available in 375 ml bottle only

27 YARDEN MUSCAT Variety: Muscat of Alexandria. Vineyards: Southern Golan Heights. Winemaking: Dessert wine fortified by the addition of oak-aged brandy. Tasting Note: Fresh floral, tropical fruit with notes of oak, vanilla and exotic spice; sweet yet refreshing with a long finish. Age nicely for many years from vintage. Serving suggestions: Foie gras or with desserts, such as caramelized apple pie or cheesecake. Serving Temperature: 6-8 C/45 F. * Available in 500 ml bottle only

28 YARDEN T 2 Varieties: Touriga Nacional and Tinta Cao. Vineyards: Central and Northern Golan Heights. Winemaking: The wine was fortified with brandy during the fermentation process, preserving some of the grapes natural sweetness, then aged in French oak barrels for 26 months. Tasting Note: This rich and sweet fortified wine shows off an aromatic mix of ripe cherries, spice, chocolate, plums, violets, pipe tobacco, cedar and smoke, and boasts concentrated flavor. Drinking condition for years to come. Serving Suggestions: Goes wonderfully with an assortment of fine chocolate, a bowl of freshly roasted spiced nuts, a serving of dried fruits, or a plate of hard and blue cheeses. Serving Temperature: C/65-70 F.

29 Red Special Wines Releases YARDEN KATZRIN Varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Vineyards: Mostly central Golan and Upper Galilee. Winemaking: Produced only in exceptional vintages. Varieties aged individually in new French oak barrels for 18 months. The final blend is then put back into barrels for an additional six months of aging. Tasting Note: Layers of ripe cherry, blackberry, plum and cassis, with rich oak, vanilla, spice and chocolate notes. Exceptional depth and complexity. Suitable for long-term bottle aging. Drinking condition for years from the vintage. Serving Suggestions: With a great meal, high-quality, full-flavored food such as roasted sirloin with a reduced red wine sauce. Serving Temperature: C/about 70 F. Limited edition

30 YARDEN ROM Varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Merlot. Vineyards: Central and northern Golan Heights and in the Upper Galilee. Winemaking: The wine aged for 21 months in French oak barrels and bottled without filtration. Tasting Note: Characters of ripe black fruits and cherries layered with notes of dark chocolate, anise and Earl Grey tea, rounded out with hints of juniper and sage all on a rich oak background. The wine features a fresh entry in the mouth, then lush body with just a bit of pleasing structure, and a long, persistent finish. Drinking condition for more than a decade from vintage. Serving Suggestions: We suggest pairing Yarden Rom with any full-flavored meat dish, such as smoky lamb short ribs or braised lamb shanks. The wine also goes wonderfully with a hot serving of a rich cassoulet on a cold night. Serving Temperature: C/about 70 F. Limited edition

31 YARDEN CABERNET SAUVIGNON EL ROM VINEYARD Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon. Vineyard: El Rom Vineyard in the northern Golan. Winemaking: Aged for 18 months in small French oak barrels, of which some two-thirds are new. Tasting Note: A wide range of aromas and tastes, such as blackberry, cassis, spices and the smell of earth, with a herbal hint. An exuberant and powerful wine, with concentrated flavor and long finish. Drinking condition for a decade and beyond. Serving Suggestions: Full-flavored foods, such as roasted prime rib with a red wine reduction sauce or grilled lamb chops. Serving Temperature: C/65-70 F. Limited edition

32 YARDEN CABERNET SAUVIGNON YONATAN VINEYARD Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon. Vineyard: Yonatan in the Central Golan Heights, 700 meter above sea level. Winemaking: Aged for 18 months in French oak barrels. Tasting Note: Shows off a ripe cherry, blackberry and black currant fruit characters with hints of dark chocolate, fertile earth, aromatic oak and a touch of herb. This complex single vineyard Cabernet combines richness with elegance. Drinking condition for a decade and more from harvest. Serving Suggestions: Give the wine a try with a rich beef stew, a morel mushroom risotto, or an herb-crusted butterflied grilled leg of lamb. Serving Temperature: C/65-70 F. Limited edition

33 YARDEN MERLOT ODEM VINEYARD Variety: Merlot. Vineyard: Odem Vineyard in the northern Golan Heights. Winemaking: The wine aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, of which some two-thirds were new. Tasting Note: An aromatic wine featuring notes of ripe cherries and berries, layered with hints of orange zest, fresh herbs and earth. Dark purple in color, this is an intensely flavored Merlot. Drinking condition for a decade or more from harvest. Serving Suggestions: Try pairing the wine with full-flavored festive dishes, such as grilled rack of lamb, slow-roasted prime rib or veal shanks braised with exotic spices. Serving Temperature: C/65-70 F. Limited edition

34 Red Wines YARDEN MERLOT KELA VINEYARD Variety: Merlot. Vineyard: Northern Golan Heights. Winemaking: The wine aged in French oak barrels, of which some two-thirds were new, for 18 months. Tasting Note: Exhibits ripe red and black fruit characters with pleasing orange zest, earth and spice notes, rounded out by hints of fresh herbs and oak. Full-flavored with a bit of structure. Drinking condition for ten years or more from harvest. Serving Suggestions: Try pairing the wine with festive full-flavored dishes such as stuffed mushrooms, grilled lamb chops or saddle of lamb or a good cut of beef with a garlic and pepper sauce. Serving Temperature: C/65-70 F. Limited edition

35 YARDEN SYRAH TEL PHARES VINEYARD Variety: Syrah. Vineyard: Central Golan Heights. Winemaking: The wine aged in French oak barrels for 18 months. Tasting Note: Exhibits ripe fruit notes of cherry, plum and blackberry, layered with characters of jam, earth, smoke and dark chocolate. The wine is full flavored yet strikingly elegant. Drinking condition for a decade or more from harvest. Serving Suggestions: Try pairing the wine with foods displaying rich, earthy flavors, such as wild mushroom risotto, savory venison stew or smoked hanger steak. Serving Temperature: C/60-65 F. Limited edition

36 Red Wines YARDEN SYRAH AVITAL SLOPE VINEYARD Variety: Syrah. Vineyard: Northern Golan Heights. Winemaking: The wine aged for 18 months in small French oak barrels, approximately two-thirds of which were new. Tasting Note: Features ripe cherry, plum, anise, meat and floral characters. This elegant wine displays good concentration of flavor yet is not too heavy. Drinking condition for a decade or more from harvest. Serving Suggestions: The wine goes superbly with eggplant stuffed with ground lamb, roasted venison or a hearty beef stew. Serving Temperature: C/60-65 F. Limited edition

37 Red Wines YARDEN SYRAH YONATAN VINEYARD Variety: Syrah. Vineyard: Central Golan Heights. Winemaking: Aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, some two-thirds of which were new. Tasting Note: Displays attractive notes of blackberry, smoke, earth, plum and spice. A complex and varietal Syrah, the wine is rich and flavorful, boasting a long and pleasing finish. Drinking condition for up to a decade or more from harvest. Serving Suggestions: Pair the wine with full-flavored foods, such as a lightly marinated hanger steak grilled over natural wood coals. Another good match would be Texas-style barbecued beef ribs smothered with a dry rub, then smoked slowly until the meat is falling-off-thebone tender. Serving Temperature: C/60-65 F. Limited edition

38 YARDEN KATZRIN CHARDONNAY Variety: Chardonnay. Vineyards: Northern Golan Heights. Winemaking: Fermented, including malolactic, in new French oak barrels and aged sur lies for over nine months; unfiltered. Tasting Note: Deep straw color with layers of ripe pear, juicy apple and tropical fruit with spice, butter, oak and vanilla. Full bodied with a rich, long complex finish. Drinking condition for up to some 8 years from harvest. Serving Suggestions: With fairly full flavored foods, such as skewers of grilled mixed wild mushrooms, tuna steak, or with a lean grilled steak. It also goes exceptionally well with duck à l orange. Serving Temperature: C/about 55 F.

39 YARDEN CHARDONNAY ODEM VINEYARD Variety: Chardonnay. Vineyard: Odem Vineyard in the northern Golan Heights, farmed organically since Winemaking: Fermented in French oak barrels and aged sur lies for seven months. Tasting Note: A potpourri of aromas and flavors; blossoms, citrus, pear and tropical fruit, together with vanilla, wood and mineral notes. Drinking condition for up to 8 years from harvest. Serving Suggestions: Intensely flavored fish and poultry dishes. In general, cheese and butter sauces will complement this wine well. Serving Temperature: C/about 55 F.

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41 GILGAL GIVE IN TO TEMPTATION Close your eyes and take a sip of Gilgal. Let the experience take you to far-away places, filled with inexplicable mysteries to be explored. Gilgal wines are named after a mysterious, exceptional structure called Gilgal Refaim that dates back to pre-biblical times. Built of some 42,000 stones arranged in concentric circles, it is both simple yet enigmatically sophisticated. Constructed 5,000 years ago, with simple workmanship, yet accurately indicating the longest and shortest days of the year, clearly the work of ancient genius. Only premier varietal wines are produced in the Gilgal series, representative of their ancient, unique environment and of the untold stories it s soil so furtively holds.

42 Red Wines GILGAL CABERNET SAUVIGNON Varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon. Vineyards: Central Golan Heights. Winemaking: Aged for 12 months in small French oak barrels. Tasting Note: Ripe cherry and cassis fruit notes layered with rich oak, vanilla and spice; ruby color, mediumbodied, good structure and velvety texture. Serving Suggestions: Peppered ribeye steak, grilled lamp chops, or a steaming plate of osso buco. Serving Temperature: C/65-70 F.

43 GILGAL CABERNET SAUVIGNON- MERLOT Varieties: An equal blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Vineyards: Golan Heights and Upper Galilee. Winemaking: Aged for 12 months in French and American oak barrels. Tasting Note: Exhibits pleasing complexity and combines good body with great drinkability. Serving Suggestions: Slow-cooked lamb stew, grilled steaks, or a really good burger. Serving Temperature: C/65-70 F.

44 GILGAL MERLOT Varieties: Merlot and a little Cabernet Sauvignon. Vineyards: Central Golan Heights. Winemaking: Aged for nine months in French oak barrels. Tasting Note: Raspberry and cassis fruit characters layered with rich oak and hints of spice and herbs; medium-bodied. Serving Suggestions: Mushroom lasagna, thin-crust pizza or grilled hamburgers. Serving Temperature: C/65-70 F.

45 GILGAL SYRAH Varieties: Syrah. Vineyards: Central and northern Golan Heights. Winemaking: The wine aged for 12 months in French oak barrels. Tasting Note: Classic smoky, blackberry and earthy characters of Syrah. Serving Suggestions: Seared pepper steak, spicy chicken wings, or a lamb tagine. Serving Temperature: C/65-70 F.

46 GILGAL SANGIOVESE Variety: Sangiovese. Vineyards: Central and northern Golan Heights. Winemaking: Aged in French oak barrels for 12 months. Tasting Note: A bouquet of dried flowers, wild berry, jam, tobacco, cassis with spiced fragrances, and a rich aroma of oak and vanilla. Serving Suggestions: Pan-roaseted chicken with olive and lemon, hearty meat lasagna, or grilled porterhouse steaks. Serving Temperature: C/65-70 F. * Also available in 375 ml bottle

47 GILGAL PINOT NOIR Variety: Pinot Noir. Vineyards: Central and northern Golan Heights. Winemaking: Aged in French oak barrels for six months. Tasting Note: A complex bouquet of wild berries and flowers with a spiced aroma and hints of cocoa and oak. Serving Suggestions: Salmon carpaccio, wine-braised chicken, or perfectly grilled beef tenderloin. Serving Temperature: C/60-65 F.

48 White Wine GILGAL CHARDONNAY Varieties: Chardonnay. Vineyards: Northern Golan Heights. Winemaking: Cool fermentation in stainless steel followed by four months aging in French oak barrels. Tasting Note: Lemon, pear and banana fruit notes balanced with attractive oak and vanilla; medium-bodied with a refreshing finish. Serving Suggestions: With poached salmon, sautéed, chicken fajitas of creamy garlic penne. Serving Temperature: C/about 55 F.

49 GILGAL WHITE RIESLING Variety: White Riesling. Vineyards: Northern Golan Heights. Winemaking: Cold, slow fermentation in stainless steel expresses its unique varietal character. Tasting Note: Combination of attractive floral, lemon and light honey notes with piney Riesling character; complex flavor is rounded out with a touch of sweetness. Serving Suggestions: As an aperitif, or with smoked meats, coconut curry chicken, or grilled spiced fish. Serving Temperature: 6-8 C/about 45 F.

50 Sparkling Wine GILGAL BRUT Varieties: An equal Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Vineyards: Northern Golan Heights. Winemaking: Produced strictly according to the traditional method, including pressing of whole clusters and secondary fermentation in the bottle. Each bottle ages for a minimum of one year prior to disgorging. Tasting Note: Bright yet delicate notes of orange blossoms and green apples, layered with hints of tropical fruits, wild strawberries and fresh flowers. The flavor is crisp and clean, leaving one with the desire for another sip. Serving Suggestions: As an aperitif, or with any number of rich or salty foods, such as liver paté or caviar, or with delicate foods, such as sushi. Serving Temperature: 6-7 C/about 45 F.

51 MOUNT HERMON The Mount Hermon series of wines offers value, quality and easy drinking for enjoying the pleasures of life; like enjoying the stunning view of the magnificent mountains and the snow covered peaks after which our wine is named.

52 Red Wines MOUNT HERMON RED Varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot. Blend of Bordeaux style varieties. Vineyards: Golan Heights and our one vineyard in the Upper Galilee. Winemaking: The wine underwent malolactic fermentation and was bottled without sterile filtration. Tasting Note: Displays strong notes of ripe red and black fruits, alongside hints of fresh herbs. Delightfully drinkable, Mount Hermon Red has good body and wonderful flavor. Serving Suggestions: Highly versatile, Mount Hermon Red is a great companion to grilled meats, hearty tomato-based pasta dishes or nice ripe brie. Serving Temperature: C/55-60 F. * Also available in 375 ml bottle

53 MOUNT HERMON INDIGO Varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. Vineyards: Golan Heights. Winemaking: Completing malolactic fermentation, the wine was bottled without sterile filtration. Tasting Note: Indigo presents aromatic ripe plum and berry notes rounded out with hints of spice and cocoa. This medium-bodied wine is pleasingly flavorful and very drinkable. Serving Suggestions: Give the wine a try with a good juicy burger, a hot slice of thin-crust pizza, or a hearty moussaka. Serving Temperature: C/55-60 F. * Also available in 375 ml bottle

54 White Wine MOUNT HERMON WHITE Varieties: Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Viognier and Semillon. Vineyards: Northern Golan Heights. Winemaking: The wine s cold fermentation helps preserve the natural liveliness of these classic white varieties. Tasting Note: Exhibits bright notes of citrus, melon, peach, green apple and tropical fruits. Great for everyday drinking, this refreshing wine has a nice body. Serving Suggestions: We enjoy Mount Hermon White with goat-milk cheeses, fresh grilled trout, or a good roast chicken. Serving Temperature: 10 C/about 50 F. * Also available in 375 ml bottle

55 MOUNT HERMON MOSCATO Variety: Muscat Canelli. Vineyards: Southern Golan Heights. Winemaking: In the style of Moscato d Asti, the wine s very cold fermentation is stopped early, helping us produce a lightly sparkling dessert wine that is naturally low in alcohol and extraordinarily aromatic. Tasting Note: This lightly sparkling dessert wine is pleasantly sweet and highly drinkable. Serving Suggestions: With a baked dessert, such as peach cobbler; also a fantastic choice for a festive brunch. Serving Temperature: 5-7 C/41-45 F.

56 SION RED Varieties: A blend of red grape varieties. Vineyards: Central and northern Golan. Winemaking: Carbonic maceration on 20% of blend. Tasting Note: Ruby color; bright, juicy cherry and raspberry fruit notes; easy drinking. Serving Suggestions: Mixed antipasti, full-flavored fish courses, or even a good grilled hamburger. Serving Temperature: C/55-60 F.

57 GALIL MOUNTAIN WINERY The Upper Galilee is much more than an abode for Galil Mountain Winery it s the winery s heart and soul. Sitting in a breathtaking spot atop the Upper Galilee mountain range, the Winery is committed to revitalizing the region s rich history of winemaking. Over 2,000 years ago, the mountain range was a choice location for the cultivation of quality grapevines. Today, the area s topography, soil and climate make it an ideal home for Galil Mountain. Established by Kibbutz Yiron and Golan Heights Winery, Galil Mountain brings together the pioneering spirit embodied by one of Israel s most beautiful regions and the expertise of Israel s premier winery. Leveraging six vineyards operated by kibbutzim and moshavim belonging to Israel s world-renowned agricultural enterprise, Galil Mountain offers an inspired selection of varietal and blended red and white wines that remains true to its roots.

58 Galil Mountain Winery s Labels Galil Mountain Winery offers 14 quality wines, originating from our Upper Galilee vineyards, grouped under three labels that express the Galilee region s quality and character. Galil Mountain Label Fruity varietal wines ready for drinking already one year after harvest. Galil Label Varietal and blended wines that emphasize the character of the Galilee region. Complex and deep wines aged in oak barrels that are suitable for drinking upon market release. Upper Galilee Label (Galil Elyon) Blended wines that express the best in Galilee quality. Complex wines with strong flavors and aromas that successfully preserve their elegance. Wines aged in oak barrels for long periods, with potential for prolonged bottle aging.

59 AWARD WINNING WINES WINE VINTAGE AWARDS COMPETITION Yiron 2002 Gold Mundus Vini 2005 Yiron 2002 Gold C.I.D.V 2006 Yiron 2003 Gold E.D.M 2007 Yiron 2003 Gold Mundus Vini 2007 Yiron 2005 Gold Mundus Vini 2009 Yiron 2006 Gold E.D.M 2010 Yiron 2008 Gold C.I.D.V 2012 Yiron 2008 Gold S.M.D.V 2012 Yiron 2009 Gold S.M.D.V 2013 Yiron 2009 Gold & Trophy** L.C.D.V 2013 Yiron 2009 Gold Mundus Vini 2013 Yiron 2010 Grand Gold & Special Prize*** Mundus Vini 2014 Meron 2007 Gold & Trophy* L.C.D.V 2011 Meron 2008 Gold C.I.D.V 2012 Meron 2008 Gold S.M.D.V 2012 Meron 2009 Gold L.C.D.V 2013 Meron 2010 Gold Mundus Vini 2014 Meron 2010 Gold S.M.D.V 2014 Meron 2010 Gold & Trophy**** L.C.D.V 2014

60 WINE VINTAGE AWARDS COMPETITION Galil Alon 2010 Gold S.M.D.V 2013 Galil Alon 2011 Gold L.C.D.V 2014 Galil Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon 2009 Gold S.M.D.V 2011 Galil Mountain Rosé 2011 Trophy I.V.W.A 2012 Mundus Vini S.M.D.V E.D.M C.I.D.V L.C.D.V I.V.W.A International Wine Award competition held in Germany. Selection Mondiales Des Vins Canada One of the oldest wine competitions in the world. Emozioni Del Mundo Takes place in Italy. Challenge International du Vin the biggest international wine competition in France. Les Citadelles du Vin the international wine & spirit competition awarded at Vinexpo. The International Value Wine Awards - has the specific goal of determining the finest value wines in the world available to Canadians. The results of the competition are published in Wine Access magazine. * Special Award FIJEV (International Federation of Wine and Spirits Journalists and Writers) for the Best Wine from the Middle East. ** Special Prize as the Best Israeli Wine. *** Special Prize as the Best Red Israeli Wine. **** Special Prize as the Best Wine of Israel.

61 UPPER GALILEE Red Wines YIRON Varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot. Vineyards: Upper Galilee. Winemaking: Aged for 16 months in French oak barrels. Tasting Note: Deep red in color, the wine displays strong aromas of berry, blueberry and cassis on a background of vanilla and toasted oak characters, along with a slight hint of butter. Serving Suggestions: The wine is an excellent complement to richly flavored dishes such as juicy ovenbaked beef cutlets or venison stew with seasoned sauce. Serving Temperature: 18 C/64 F.

62 MERON Varieties: Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot. Vineyards: Upper Galilee. Winemaking: Aged for 16 months in French oak barrels. Tasting Note: Deep purple in color, the wine has ripe characters of black raspberry, blueberry jam and earth; full-bodied and balanced wine with a silky, velvety texture and long, indulging finish. Serving Suggestions: Best served an accompaniment to rich-tasting meat dishes such as leg of lamb with herbs, blackened sirloin steak and good beef stew, or even ripe and rich-flavored cheeses. Serving Temperature: 18 C/64 F.

63 GALIL Red Wines GALIL ALON Varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc. Vineyards: Upper Galilee. Winemaking: The wine ages for a year in oak barrels. Tasting Note: Strong purple in color, the wine displays intoxicating scents of fresh berry, ripe plum, blackberry, and strawberry jam, on a background of cacao, clove and maple aromas, along with a touch of mint and toasted oak. A full-bodied wine with well-balanced flavors and a classic, long-lasting finish. Serving Suggestions: The wine goes well with rich meals, and perfectly accompanies meat dishes such as roasted leg of lamb, roast beef, seared sirloin and grilled meats. Serving Temperature: 18 C/64 F.

64 GALIL ELA Varietis: Syrah, Barbera, Petit Verdot. Vineyards: Upper Galilee. Winemaking: The wine ages for a year in French oak barrels. Tasting Note: Dark red in color with characters of plum, sour cherry, pitanga, violet blossom and herbs, along with notes of oak and a hint of butter. A medium-to-full bodied wine with noticeable acidity and a long-lasting, pleasant finish. Serving Suggestions: Abundant in flavors, the wine goes well with seasoned dishes such as rice cakes with lamb and herbs, pasta with red sauce and fresh herbs, barbecued chicken, or even pan-seared sirloin steak. Serving Temperature: 18 C/64 F.

65 GALIL BARBERA Variety: Barbera. Vineyard: Yiron Vineyard, the higher elevations of the Upper Galilee. Winemaking: The wine aged for a year in French oak barrels. Tasting Note: Deep purple in color, the wine displays prominent aromas of ripe plum, red cherry and blackberry, with a background of toasted oak. The fullbodied wine exhibits considerable acidity with a long, pleasurable finish. Serving Suggestions: With noticeable acidity, the wine goes well with rich dishes such as mushroom risotto, pasta Bolognese or oven-baked lamb chops. Serving Temperature: C/61-64 F.

66 GALIL PINOT NOIR Variety: Pinot Noir. Vineyard: Yiron Vineyard, the higher elevations of the Upper Galilee. Winemaking: The wine ages for 10 months in French oak barrels. Tasting Note: Glistening red in color with violet blossom and sour cherry characters accompanied by aromas of mocha, earth, tobacco and toasted oak. Velvety texture with a long, elegant finish. Serving Suggestions: The wine complements a range of delicate dishes such as oven-baked lamb, risotto in chicken stock with porcini mushrooms, or seasoned tuna steaks. Serving Temperature: 16 C/61 F.

67 White Wines GALIL VIOGNIER Variety: Viognier. Vineyard: Yiron Vineyard, the higher elevations of the Upper Galilee. Winemaking: Some of the wine fermented in new French oak barrels and aged on yeast lees for six months; and some fermented in stainless steel tanks. Tasting Note: Golden in color with seasoned characters of apricot, perfume, nectarine blossom and fresh herbs, with a background fragrance of delicate oak. Serving Suggestions: The wine goes well with seasoned ceviche, rich risotto and spicy Asian dishes. Serving Temperature: C/54-57 F.

68 GALIL SAUVIGNON BLANC Variety: Sauvignon Blanc. Vineyard: Yiron Vineyard, the higher elevations of the Upper Galilee. Winemaking: The hand-harvested grapes were gently crushed in full clusters. The wine underwent a fermentation process in stainless steel tanks to preserve its fruity character. Tasting Note: A wine with invigorating acidity. Green apple, lemon grass and citrus notes, with a hint of green grass and tropical fruit characters. Serving Suggestions: The refreshing summer wine goes well with fried fish dishes, rich cheeses or an indulging gnocchi. Serving Temperature: 8-10 C/46-50 F.

69 GALIL MOUNTAIN Red Wines GALIL MOUNTAIN CABERNET SAUVIGNON Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon. Vineyards: Upper Galilee. Winemaking: The wine sat in stainless steel tanks for six months to preserve the wine s fruity character. Tasting Note: Characters of ripe wild berries and cassis, along with a hint of tobacco and grass; medium-to-full bodied wine with a pleasurable texture and long finish. Serving Suggestions: The wine accompanies a wide variety of meat dishes such as hamburger, leg of lamb and grilled steak. Serving Temperature: 18 C/64 F.

70 GALIL MOUNTAIN MERLOT Variety: Merlot. Vineyards: Upper Galilee. Winemaking: The wine sat in stainless steel tanks for six months to preserve the wine s fruity character. Tasting Note: Inviting aroma of wild berry and ripe plum, together with a hint of tobacco; medium-to-fullbodied wine with a pleasant finish. Serving Suggestions: The wine accompanies a wide range of meat dishes including hamburgers, quality cuts of meat, and even various chicken dishes. Serving Temperature: 18 C/64 F.

71 GALIL MOUNTAIN SYRAH Variety: Syrah. Vineyards: Upper Galilee. Winemaking: The wine sat in stainless steel tanks for six months to preserve the wine s fruity character. Tasting Note: Characters of blackberry and mint, along with a hint of earth; medium-to-full-bodied wine with a long finish. Serving Suggestion: The wine accompanies a range of meat dishes including grilled steak, kebab and a juicy cut of meat. Serving Temperature: 18 C/64 F.

72 Rosé Wine GALIL MOUNTAIN ROSÉ Varieties: Sangiovese, Pinot Noir, Grenache and Syrah. Vineyards: Upper Galilee. Winemaking: After short skin contact, Sangiovese grapes were processed and pressed in the traditional manner; from Pinot Noir, Grenache and Syrah grapes produced rosé via the saignée (bleeding) method, where a small percentage of juice was drawn off a few hours after receiving the grapes, and then fermented separately. Tasting Note: Notes of strawberry, rose, citrus and spices; balanced acidity with an invigorating finish. Serving Suggestions: Enjoyed on a hot summer day or during any get together with friends, the wine complements a variety of dishes such as Asian foods or even pasta with a cream sauce. Serving Temperature: 8-10 C/46-50 F.

73 In 1972, Professor Cornelius Ough of the Department of Viticulture and Oenology at the University of California at Davis visited Israel and suggested that the soil and climate of the Golan Heights would prove ideal for growing grapes. In 1976 the first vines were planted in the Golan, and in 1983 the then-newlyestablished Golan Heights Winery released its first wines. Almost overnight it became apparent that Israel was capable of producing wines of world-class quality... the revolution had begun and there was no turning back. The young winery imported excellent vine-stock from California, built a state-ofthe-art winery, and added to this the enthusiasm and expertise of young American winemakers who had been trained at the University of California at Davis The Golan wines were a success from the beginning, not only within Israel but abroad. This success had a great impact on other Israeli wineries, which have made major steps in improving the quality of their wines. There are now five major wineries, twelve medium-sized wineries and a host of small wineries in the country, many of which are producing wines that are of high quality, and several producing wines good enough to interest connoisseurs all over the world. Rogov s Guide to Israeli Wines 2011 / Daniel Rogov

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