Wines of Israel

The wines are getting better allthe time and some of them are superb.Robert ParkerA dramatic improvement in wine quality.Jancis Robinson, MWIsrael is a rising star of the wine world.Oz Clarke...Quality is on the upswing.Wine Spectator

The wines are getting better allthe time and some of them are superb.Robert ParkerA dramatic improvement in wine quality.Jancis Robinson, MWIsrael is a rising star of the wine world.Oz Clarke...Quality is on the upswing.Wine Spectator

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Table of ContentsMargalit WineryMony WineryPelter WineryRecanati WinerySaslove WinerySea Horse WinerySegal WinesShiloh WineryTabor WineryTeperberg 1870Tishbi Estate WineryTulip WineryTzora VineyardsVitkin WineryYaffo WineryYatir WineryZion WineryThe Israel Export & International Cooperation Institute52-5354-5556-5758-5960-6162-6364-6566-6768-6970 -7172-7374-7576-7778-7980-8182-8384-8586

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n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gare superbed in a Modern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in“a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsraelrising starof the wine worldBackground”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“rising starrisingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “wine qualityIsrael is aIsrael’s modern wine industry came into being toward the end of the nineteenth century, making full usen in Israel. Quality entrenched in a ”.Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“perbThe… wines are getting better all the time “d growingwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inwine quality”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“of French expertise and the generosity of Baron Edmond de Rothschild, a co-owner of Chateau Lafite.However, the wine, which was sold to Jewish communities throughout the world, was appreciated morefor the fact that it was classified as kosher, than for its quality.The winemaking revolution began in earnest in the 1980s as a product of the inspiration of pioneeringwineries and vintners. Quality grape varieties were planted at new, higher altitudes and in cooler vineyards;New World techniques were introduced; winemaking expertise was imported; new wineries were built;and existing wineries invested in new equipment.During the 1990s, the Israeli consumer became more appreciative of quality wine and at the same time,more demanding. The local market developed quickly. New specialty wine stores, Hebrew-language winemagazines, and wine schools fanned the interest and fuelled the pursuit of excellence already initiatedby the leading wineries.7

n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gare superbed in a Modern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in“o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsraelrising starof the wine worldWine Regions”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“rising starrisingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “wine qualityIsrael is aHistorically, the largest wine-growing regions were the Shomron and Samson coastal regions. Today, the fasteston in Israel. Quality entrenched in a ”.Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“perbThe… wines are getting better all the time “d growingwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inwine quality”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“growing areas are the higher altitude, cooler climate regions of the Upper Galilee and the Judean Foothills.The Upper Galilee, Golan Heights, and Judean Hills are home to Israel’s finest quality vineyards.Although Israel is not a member of the European Community, the industry operates in accordance with EC regulationsand according to the rules laid down by the American Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (T TB(.Whether in reference to the meteorological stations in the Golan or the experiments in the desert, Israel’s reputationfor farming technology and innovation comes to the fore as they are applied in the country’s vineyards.GalileeThe Galilee extends southward from the Lebanese border and covers the north of Israel. Many Israeliwineries use grapes from the Galilee for their leading wines. This area has become Israel’s premier wineregion, characterized by high altitudes, cool breezes from Mount Hermon, the volcanic basalt and ‘tuff’soil of the Golan, and unique microclimates in the Upper Galilee, where the soils are heavy and gravelly,but well drained. The northernmost vineyards of the Golan Heights are 1,200 meters (3,937 feet( abovesea level, with snowfall during the winter.ShomronShomron is Israel’s most traditional wine-growing region, benefiting from the Carmel Mountain rangeand close proximity to the Mediterranean Sea. The main concentration of vineyards is in the valleyssurrounding the winery towns of Zichron Ya’acov and Binyamina. Soils are medium-heavy and limey, andthe climate is typically Mediterranean, with warm summers and cool, relatively humid winters.10

SamsonThe central coastal plain and the rolling hills of the Judean lowlands comprise this region. Whereas theGalilee, Shomron, and Judean Hills regions are historical places that have borne their names since biblicaltimes, the Samson region is named after the celebrated biblical hero who lived in the area. This areacomprises the central coastal plain around Rishon Le Zion and Rehovot and the Judean Foothills on theway to Jerusalem. The climate is Mediterranean— warm, humid summers and mild winters.Judean HillsThis emerging and promising wine region has cool night-time temperatures and high elevations. Many ofthe vineyards are grown on terraces or in narrow valleys. There are small vineyard sites north and westof Jerusalem, with the region extending down to Yatir Forest, which borders on the northern Negev.NegevA popular area for growing vines in ancient times, this semi-arid climate has been planted with newvineyards in the northern and central Negev hills. It is a particularly dry area, relying solely on innovativecomputerized watering methods for irrigating the land. There is a marked difference between day andnight temperatures. The success of vineyards from this region will be of great interest to wine producersin other hot countries. Soils are sandy to loamy (loess( and the climate is arid with hot, dry summers.11

some of them are superbl. Quality entrenched in aines from IsraelGrape Varietiesrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement ino r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“risingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them arewine qualityIsrael is aToday, the main varieties dominating the quality market are Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay, andSauvignon Blanc. Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon Blanc were introduced by Carmel in the 1960s;Merlot and Chardonnay were introduced by Golan in the 1980s. Shiraz is being heavily planted at present;it is believed to be ideal for the Israeli terroir. Other varieties, such as Gewurztraminer, White Riesling,Barbera, Cabernet Franc, Pinot Noir, Petit Verdot, and Sangiovese are now available as well. Furthermore,new varieties such as Malbec, Nebbiolo, and Tempranillo are on the way.There is no truly indigenous Israeli variety. The closest are Emerald Riesling, a variety created in Californiathat has only really succeeded in Israel and produces popular semi-dry wines; Muscat of Alexandria,indigenous to the eastern Mediterranean, and used primarily for dessert wines; and Argaman, a varietythat was developed in Israel, which is a cross between Carignan and Souzao, a Portuguese grape. Israel isalso home to some good “old vine” Carignan and Petite Sirah, which are suitable to the country’s climate.Despite these minor varieties, which often produce simple and less expensive wines, what have thrivedbest in Israel are the noble international and Bordeaux varieties.According to Israeli regulations, a varietal wine must contain 85 percent of the named grape variety.12

Winemakerssome of them are superbrising starof the wine worldrisingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them arewine qualityl. Quality entrenched in a Modern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inIsrael is ao r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gines from Israel ”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“Wineries have not hesitated to employ consultants from abroad for their expertise. The main wineries initiallyemployed winemakers trained at the University of California in Davis, and later brought in winemakerstrained in France and Australia. The bigger wineries in particular have encouraged young Israeli winemakersto study overseas, to travel and gain experience in different winemaking countries, and, upon their return,to become part of the winemaking team. As a result, Israel’s wine industry is completely up-to-date and intune with the standards and technologies of an ever-developing wine world.Exportsome of them are superbrising starof the wine worldrisingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them arewine qualityl. Quality entrenched in a Modern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inIsrael is ao r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gines from Israel ”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“Israeli wines are sold on five continents. The United States, Canada, and Western Europe constitute themain markets.Although once sold solely as kosher wines to a predominantly Jewish market, Israeli wines are now, moreoften than not, being marketed as the product of a new, high quality and exotic wine-growing region.Israel, being an Eastern Mediterranean country, produces wines that tend to share a place with the winesof Lebanon and Greece on wine store shelves. In restaurants, however, they will often be listed varietallywith wines from other regions.Wines from Israel can be found in European supermarkets, 3-star Michelin restaurants of France, Italy,and Germany, top restaurants in America and Japan, and fine wine shops the world over.13

f them are superbntrenched in a Modern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inp p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gfrom Israelrising starof the wine worldAwards and Third Party Recognition”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“risingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “wine qualityIsrael is aIsraeli wines have regularly won trophies and gold medals in major wine-tasting competitions includingVinexpo in Bordeaux, Vinitaly, and both Decanter and IWSC in London. They have also received high scoresat tastings organized by magazines such as Wine Spectator and Decanter. The results of the first generictasting of Israeli wines by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate created immense interest and catapulted Israeliwines to the forefront. Israeli wineries have been invited to the New York Wine Experience and the DecanterFine Wine Encounter, and have won Wine Spectator’s Critics’ Choice Award. The immense strides made byIsraeli wines in terms of quality continue to draw the attention of the international wine community.f them are superbntrenched in a Modern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inp p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gfrom Israelrising starof the wine worldKosher Wine”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“risingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “wine qualityIsrael is aFood is considered kosher if it is permitted under Jewish dietary laws. For wine to be deemed kosher, thewinemaking process has to have been supervised so as to ensure that no non-kosher ingredients havebeen added, and that only religiously observant Jews have come into direct contact with the wine. Thereis nothing in the processing of kosher wine that is different from traditional winemaking. There are noregulations affecting the quality of the wine, and standard winemaking procedures are followed in thefermentation, maturation, blending, and bottling of kosher wines.Not all Israeli wines are kosher, but most of the commercial wineries produce quality wines that happento also be kosher. Israel produces the greatest variety and arguably the highest quality of kosher winesin the world. Critics, notably the Wine Advocate, have remarked that kashrut does not affect the qualityof the wine.14

Israel’s Wine Industry at a GlanceLocationEastern Mediterranean; Near East;the LevantClimateMediterranean climate: long, hot, drysummers; short, wet winters; snowon higher groundAspectVines are grown on all types ofland: on flat coastal plains near theMediterranean, on the rolling hillsof the lowlands, and on the highermountain slopesSoilsSoils vary from volcanic in the Northto sandy red soils of the coastalareas and chalk/limestone on the hillsWine RegionsMain Grape VarietiesGalilee, Shomron, Samson, JudeanHills, NegevCabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah/Shiraz, Carignan, Chardonnay, SauvignonBlanc, Emerald Riesling, MuscatHectaresHarvest Season4,300 (10,625 acres(End of July to beginning of NovemberAnnual HarvestVolumeApproximately 45,000 tons15

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Israel’s Wine RegionsRegion Name in English Vineyard AreasGalil Galilee Golan HeightsUpper GalileeLower GalileeShomron Samaria Mt. CarmelShomron HillsShimshon Samson Coastal PlainShfelaJudean FoothillsHarey Yehuda Judean Hills Jerusalem HillsGush EtzionYatir ForestHanegev Negev Northern NegevCentral Negev17

o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperb, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gfrom Israelrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine qualityAlexander Winery”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“rising starrisingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “Israel is arael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“The… wines are getting better all the time “ingrbwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“Alexander Winery, located in Beit Yitzhak, is a high quality Israeli boutique winery established in 1996. Thewinery is named after the late Alexander Shalom, who began making wine for personal consumption in theearly twentieth century. Alexander’s son, Yoram Shalom, has continued this family tradition as AlexanderWinery’s owner and winemaker. The winery’s vineyards are planted between 640 and 850 meters (2,100and 2,789 feet( above sea level, in the Upper Galilee. Alexander wines have earned several prominentIsraeli and international awards, and have won the hearts of devoted wine enthusiasts throughout Israeland abroad.Winemaker: Yoram ShalomLocation: Beit YitzhakLabels: Alexander Reserve, Liza, SandroFlagship Wine: Alexander the GreatAppellation: Upper GalileeProduction: 50,000 bottles18Contact: Export Manager: Ilana ShalomTel: +972-54-435-0180 Email: yoram@alexander-winery.com Website: www.alexander-winery.comAddress: P.O. Box 8151, Beit Yizhak 42920, Israel

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o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperb, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gfrom Israelrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine qualityAvidan Winery”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“rising starrisingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “Israel is arael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“The… wines are getting better all the time “ingrbwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“The professionalism and creativity that go into all winemaking stages, from the vineyard to the bottle,are the hallmarks of Avidan Winery. Meticulous supervision over the desired ripeness of the grapes fromselect plots in the Judean Hills; manual harvests; and controlled aging in French and American oak barrels,all contribute to the optimal extraction of the fruit’s flavors, color, and aromas, which then combine withthe oak wood flavors to create delightful harmony. Avidan’s red wines are unfiltered. The winery createsdifferent and surprising wines that bear the winery’s unique and distinctive style.Winemaker: Shlomo AvidanLocation: Kibbutz EyalLabels: Reserve, Fringe, Blend des NoirsFlagship Wine: PremiumAppellation: Judean HillsProduction: 30,000 bottles20Contact: Export Manager: Tsina AvidanTel: +972-50-277-4937 Email: avidanwine@gmail.com Website: www.avidanwinery.comAddress: 253 Weizmann St., Raanana 43721, Israel

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o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperb, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gfrom Israelrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine qualityBarkan Wine Cellars”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“rising starrisingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “Israel is arael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“The… wines are getting better all the time “ingrbwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“Barkan Wine Cellars is Israel’s second largest winery, focusing on premium quality wines. The winery’svineyard portfolio is diversified, covering all of Israel’s top terroirs, with most vineyards under its directcontrol. The winery produces both top-notch wines, expressive of their origin, and affordable bestsellers,each wine offering unbeatable value to wine lovers. Barkan wines, 20% of which are exported,have won countless awards at prestigious wine competitions. As a winery founded by grape growers,Barkan considers its vineyards to be its most important asset. Supreme fruit, handled by an internationallytrained team of winemakers using state-of-the-art equipment, is Barkan’s recipe for world-class wines.Winemakers: Edward Salzberg, Yotam Sharon, Irit Boxer-ShankLocation: HuldaLabels: Altitude, Reserve, Classic, DomaineFlagship Wine: SuperieurAppellations: Upper Galilee, Judean Hills, SamsonProduction: 7.5 million bottles22Contact: Export Manager: Shmuel BoxerTel: +972-8-944-7777 Email: winery@barkan-winery.co.il Website: www.barkan-winery.co.ilAddress: P.O. Box 159, Kibbutz Hulda, M.P. Sorek 76842, Israel

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o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperbThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“from Israelrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine qualityBazelet HaGolan Wineryrising starIsrael is arisingrael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“The… wines are getting better all the time “ingrbwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“The secret of Bazelet HaGolan Winery is the rich and fertile basalt soil on which its vineyards grow,situated 500 meters (1,640 feet( above sea level. The winery produces two high-quality wines that are100% Cabernet Sauvignon, non-filtered and kosher (as of the 2004 vintage(. The wines are aged in oakbarrels that are 70% French and 30% American for at least 8 months. The winery’s reserve label—agedfor 20 months—is a single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon chosen from a select planting site, bearing thefinest fruit.Winemaker: Yoav LevyLocation: Moshav Kidmat Zvi, Golan HeightsLabel: Bazelet HaGolanFlagship Wine: Bazelet HaGolan ReserveAppellation: GalileeProduction: 50,000 bottles24Contact: Export Manager: Yoav LevyTel: +972-4-696-5010 Email: bazelet@netvision.net.il Website: bazelet-hagolan.co.ilAddress: Kidmat Zvi 12421, Israel

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o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperb, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n grom Israelrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine qualityBinyamina Winery”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“rising starrisingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “Israel is arael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“The… wines are getting better all the time “ingrbwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“Binyamina Winery’s location in the heart of Israel and its close, longstanding relationship with winegrowersafford the winery the choicest grapes in a range of varieties that are picked at just the right time. Duringthe harvest, winegrowers and Binyamina’s team, headed by chief winemaker, Sasson Ben Aharon, worktogether to ensure the winery receives the finest sourced grapes with the desired attributes and optimallevels of flavor. Binyamina produces five wine labels: The Chosen, Binyamina Reserve, Yogev, Teva, andKramim. The winery also creates and produces unique wines in limited and variable quantities, one of whichis the Tiltan label.Winemaker: Sasson Ben AharonLocation: BinyaminaLabels: The Chosen, Yogev, Teva, KramimFlagship Wine: Binyamina ReserveAppellations: Upper Galilee, Lower Galilee, Judean Hills, NegevProduction: 2.8 million bottles26Contact: Export Manager: Timna Shetrit, Chief Marketing & Sales Of icerTel: +972-4-638-8643 Email: export@binyaminawines.com Website: www.binyaminawines.comAddress: 1 Hanassi St., P.O. Box 34, Binyamina 30550, Israel

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o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperb, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gfrom Israelrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine qualityBRAVDO Karmei Yosef”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“rising starrisingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “Israel is arael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“The… wines are getting better all the time “ingrbwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“Karmei Yosef winery is located at the heart of the 50-acre Shoseyov Vineyard, situated near the beautiful,modern village of Karmei Yosef, half way between Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. The area, with its cool summernights and limestone-rich soil, is ideally suited to the production of very high quality grapes. In fact, theregion is known to have produced fine wine grapes since the time of King Solomon.Winemakers: Prof. Ben Ami Bravdo, Prof. Oded ShoseyovLocation: Karmei YosefFlagship Wine: BRAVDOAppellation: SamsonProduction: 45,000 bottles28Contact: Export Manager: Zory ArkinTel: +972-50-220-7022 Email: hadar_n1@netvision.net.il Website: www.bravdo.comAddress: 5 Erez St., Karmei Yosef 99797, Israel

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o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperb, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gfrom Israelrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine qualityCarmel Winery”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“rising starrisingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “Israel is arael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“The… wines are getting better all the time “ingrbwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“Carmel is the historic winery of Israel, founded in 1882 by Baron Edmond de Rothschild, owner of ChateauLafite. Recently, Carmel has totally changed its strategy from volume to quality. The planting of new vineyards,particularly in the Upper Galilee, and the employment of a highly qualified winemaking team, has resulted inrave reviews for the new quality of Carmel’s wines. The chief winemaker, Lior Laxer, graduated in Beaune andhas winemaking experience in Bordeaux, Burgundy, and Australia. Carmel owns the two largest wineries inIsrael at Rishon Le Zion and Zichron Ya’acov and two new small, state-of-the-art wineries: Kayoumi Wineryin the Upper Galilee and Yatir Winery in the northeastern Negev.Winemaker: Lior LaxerLocations: Rishon Le Zion, Zichron Ya’acov, Ramat Dalton, Tel AradLabels: Single Vineyard, Appellation, Private Collection, SelectedFlagship Wine: Carmel Limited EditionAppellations: Mainly Upper Galilee, Shomron, Judean Hills, Samson, NegevProduction: 15 million bottles30Contact: Export Manager: Arnon GevaTel: +972-3-948-8851 Email: export@carmelwines.co.il Website: www.carmelwines.co.ilAddress: P.O. Box 2, 25 Hacarmel St., Rishon Le Zion 75100, Israel

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o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperb, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gfrom Israelrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine qualityThe Cave WineryNew vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“rising starrisingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “Israel is arael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“The… wines are getting better all the time “ingrbwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“The Horshan Mountain, descending from the summit of Ramot Menashe, lies close to the village of BatShlomo in the Zichron Ya’acov area. In the sixteenth century, during regional construction, an impressivevaulted stone tunnel _ 90 meters (295 feet( long, 5 meters (16 feet( wide, and 9 meters (30 feet( high _was carved into the mountain. In the nineteenth century, the cave was used to store wines and brandy,and today, it has returned to its original use. In 2000, with the expertise of a professional oenologist andexperienced winegrowers, The Cave Winery was established with the vision of creating a high qualityboutique winery that produces wine of uncompromising quality.Winemaker: Sasson Ben AharonLocation: Mt. CarmelLabel: The CaveFlagship Wine: The CaveAppellation: Upper GalileeProduction: 20,000 bottles32Contact: Export Manager: Timna Shetrit, Chief Marketing & Sales Of icerTel: +972-4-638-8643 Email: thecave@inter.net.ilAddress: 1 Hanassi St., P.O. Box 34, Binyamina 30550, Israel

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o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperb, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gfrom Israelrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine qualityChillag Winery”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“rising starrisingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “Israel is arael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“The… wines are getting better all the time “ingrbwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“Chillag wine is a “slow wine,” made in a traditional way. Grapes are grown in ideal conditions, and fermentationlasts as long as nature desires. The wines are given time to mature in oak barrels and to further age slowly inthe bottle, allowing the wine to develop its aromas and flavors. Chillag wine is produced according to classicEuropean methods and represents the flavor of the Mediterranean. Orna Chillag, the winemaker, receivedher oenology degree from Milan University. She is the recipient of the Italian Knighthood, “Castellana,” andis a member of “Le Donne Del Vino” for women winemakers. Tim Atkin, MW, ranked Chillag as one of theten best wineries in Israel.Winemaker: Orna ChillagLocation: YehudLabels: Vivo, SoloFlagship Wine: PrimoAppellation: GalileeProduction: 20,000 bottles34Contact: Export Manager: Orna ChillagTel: +972-54-456-2057 Email: chillag@netvision.net.il Website: www.chillagwinery.comAddress:12 Shabazi St., Yehud 56231, Israel

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o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperb, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n grom Israelrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine qualityDalton”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“rising starrisingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “Israel is arael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“The… wines are getting better all the time “ingrbwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“Established in 1995, Dalton is a small, family-owned winery. It was one of the first to be located in Israel’spicturesque Upper Galilee region. The local terroir provides some of the best locales in the country forgrowing grapes. Dalton is a modern winery producing some 70,000 cases annually with varieties such asCabernet, Merlot, Shiraz, Barbera, Zinfandel, Chardonnay, Viognier, and Sauvignon Blanc. The winemakingstyle is New World with an occasional nod to the old.Winemaker: Na’ama MualemLocation: Dalton Industrial Park, Upper GalileeLabels: Reserve, Alma, Estate, Seasonal, CanaanFlagship Wine: MatatiaAppellation: Upper GalileeProduction: 850,000 bottles36Contact: Export Manager: Alex HaruniTel: +972-3-751-8922 Email: info@dalton-winery.com Website: www.dalton-winery.comAddress: 23 Tuval St., Ramat Gan 52521, Israel

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o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperb, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gfrom Israelrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine qualityDomaine du Castel”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“rising starrisingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “Israel is arael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“The… wines are getting better all the time “ingrbwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“Domaine du Castel is a family estate founded by Eli Ben-Zaken in 1988. The winery and the vineyardsare located 10 miles (16 kilometers( west of Jerusalem in Ramat Raziel, in the Judean Hills, at an altitudeof 700 meters (2,300 feet(. Eli Ben-Zaken believes that good wine is only made from very good grapes.The vines are planted at high density to restrain the vines to produce high quality grapes in low yields. Elistrives to make fine quality wines in Old World traditional methods with modern technology. He uses thebest French oak barrels and ages the wines for up to twenty-four months.Winemaker: Eli Ben-ZakenLocation: Ramat Raziel, Judean HillsLabels: C Blanc du Castel, Petit CastelFlagship Wine: Castel Grand VinAppellation: Judean HillsProduction: 100,000 bottles38Contact: Export Manager: Eli Ben-ZakenTel: +972-2-534-2249 Email: castel@castel.co.il Website: www.castel.co.ilAddress: 39 Ramat Raziel, Judean Hills 90974, Israel

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o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperb, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gfrom Israelrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine qualityElla Valley Vineyards”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“rising starrisingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “Israel is arael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“The… wines are getting better all the time “ingrbwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“One of Ella Valley’s basic principles is that the vineyard uses only home-grown grapes. In 1998, EllaValley Vineyards’ first 198 acres were planted in three growing areas. The vineyard produces about200,000 bottles a year for both Israeli consumers and the international market of more than tencountries throughout the world. Since the first harvest in 2002, the vineyard has continued to earnawards, both at home and abroad. The winery’s three main characteristics are its excellent quality wine,locality, and kosher certification. Ella Valley Vineyards prides itself on tradition, pursuit of perfection, anduncompromising quality.Winemaker: Doron Rav-HonLocation: Kibbutz Netiv Halamed HeyLabel: Ella Valley VineyardsFlagship Wine: Vineyard’s ChoiceAppellation: Judean HillsProduction: 200,000 bottles40Contact: Export Manager: Udi KaplanTel: +972-2-999-4885 Email: udi@ellavalley.com Website: www.ellavalley.comAddress: Kibbutz Netiv Halamed Hey 99855, Israel

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o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperbThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“from Israelrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine qualityFlam Wineryrising starIsrael is arisingrael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“The… wines are getting better all the time “ingrbwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“Brothers Golan and Gilad Flam established the Flam Winery in 1998. Golan, the winemaker, completed hismaster’s degree in winemaking at the University of Piacenza in Italy, and obtained his practical experience byworking in wineries in Tuscany, Italy and McLaren Vale, South Australia. Gilad, a law and business graduate,directs the winery’s business strategy. Flam Winery vineyards are located in the Upper Galilee and theJudean Hills, known as some of the best areas in Israel for growing and cultivating premium grapes. FlamWinery has the passion to produce premium Israeli wines.Winemaker: Golan FlamLocation: Eshtaol JunctionLabels: Flam Sauvignon Blanc/Chardonnay, Flam Classico, Flam SuperioreFlagship Wine: Flam ReserveAppellations: Judean Hills, Upper GalileeProduction: 100,000 bottles42Contact: Export Manager: Gilad FlamTel: +972-2-992-9923 Email: gilad@flamwinery.com Website: www.flamwinery.comAddress: 3 Dvora Baron St., Rishon Le Zion 75224, Israel

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o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperb, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gfrom Israelrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine qualityGalil Mountain Winery”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“rising starrisingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “Israel is arael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“The… wines are getting better all the time “ingrbwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“Sitting atop the Upper Galilee mountain range, Galil Mountain Winery is committed to revitalizing theregion’s rich winemaking history. Thousands of years ago, the area was a choice location for cultivatingquality grapevines. Established by Kibbutz Yiron and Golan Heights Winery in 2000, Galil Mountain bringstogether the Israeli pioneering spirit and the expertise of Israel’s premier winery to offer an inspiredselection of varietal and blended red and white wines that remain true to their roots. Twenty-five percentof the wine is exported to North America and Europe.Winemaker: Micha VaadiaLocation: Kibbutz Yiron, Upper GalileeLabel: Galil MountainFlagship Wines: Yiron, AvivimAppellation: Upper GalileeProduction: 1 million bottles (approx.(44Contact: Export Manager: Carmit EhrenreichTel: +972-4-686-8740 Email: carmit@galilmountain.co.il Website: www.galilmountain.co.ilAddress: Kibbutz Yiron, Merom Hagalil 13855, Israel

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o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperb, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gfrom Israelrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine qualityGolan Heights WineryNew vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolo“rising starrisingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “Israel is arael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“The… wines are getting better all the time “ingrbwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“Soil. Topography. Climate. In Israel, optimal vineyard conditions exist in the Golan Heights. In the Golan,a combination of volcanic basaltic soil, suitable topography, and a high altitude that creates a cool climateare what give the Golan Heights its second name: Israel’s Wine Country. Over the years, the distinctivewines of the Golan Heights Winery (GHW( have become world-renowned, winning dozens of awardsat international competitions. Since its founding in 1983, the GHW has marketed three leading brands:Yarden, Gamla, and Golan. Today, the Golan Heights Winery is considered one of Israel’s leading wineriesand is applauded for its wine quality, technological innovation, and new variety development.Winemaker: Victor SchoenfeldLocation: KatzrinLabels: Yarden, Gamla, GolanFlagship Wine: KatzrinAppellation: GalileeProduction: 6 million bottles46Contact: Export Manager: Udi Kadim, VP, International Sales & Marketing and CEO, Yarden Inc.Tel: +972-4-696-8479 Email: udi@golanwines.co.il Website: www.golanwines.co.ilAddress: P.O. Box 183, Industrial Area, Katzrin 12900, Israel

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o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperb, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gfrom Israelrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine qualityGvaot Winery”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“rising starrisingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “Israel is arael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“The… wines are getting better all the time “ingrbwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“Gvaot Winery is located in the heart of Samaria, in the central mountain region, surrounded by the ancientcliffs of the Shiloh Stream. Benefiting from the rich central mountain terroir, the winery was established in2005 by CEO Amnon Weiss and winemaker Shivi Drori, applying their professional knowledge and expertisein producing premium wines. Gvaot boutique winery produces 12,000 bottles annually under three labels:Herodion, aromatic red wines, barrel-aged for 12 months; Gofna, complex, full-bodied wines, barrel-agedfor 14 months; and Masada, premium wine aged for 20 months in French oak.Winemaker: Shivi DroriLocation: Givat Harel, ShilohLabels: Gofna, HerodionFlagship Wine: MasadaAppellation: ShomronProduction: 12,000 bottles48Contact: Export Manager: Amnon WeissTel: +972-50-521-2394 Email: info@gvaot-winery.com Website: www.gvaot-winery.comAddress: P.O. Box 393, Kedumim 44856, Israel

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o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperb, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gfrom Israelrising starof the wine worldHevron Heights& Noah WineryModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine quality”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“rising starrisingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “Israel is arael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“The… wines are getting better all the time “ingrbwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“Hevron Heights & Noah Winery was the brainchild of a consortium of French supporters of Israel. The winerywas built in the style of a French winery and integrates state-of-the-art wine production technologies withtraditional French winemaking techniques. Frenchman Jacques Humeau, a graduate of the Oenology Facultyin Bordeaux and a pupil of Emile Peynaud, has advised the winery since its inception. The winery receivesits grapes from the Judean Hills region, which has a history of thousands of years of grape cultivation andwine production. Hevron Heights & Noah Winery is proud to be an important link in this illustrious historicalchain of agricultural activity in the Land of Israel.Winemaker: Jacques HumeauLocation: Moshav GeulimLabels: Mount Hevron, Judean Heights, Jerusalem Hills, Tevel, NoahFlagship Wine: Hevron Heights Special ReserveAppellation: Judean HillsProduction: 700,000 bottles50Contact: Export Manager: Sagit Murciano Tel: +972-54-232-2251 Email: sagitmu@012.net.ilWebsite: www.terres-saintes.com Address: Moshav Geulim 42820, Israel

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o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperb, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gfrom Israelrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine qualityMargalit WineryNew vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“rising starrisingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “Israel is arael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“The… wines are getting better all the time “ingrbwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“Margalit is a family-owned winery founded in 1989. Run by winemakers Dr. Yair Margalit and his sonAsaf Margalit. Margalit was ranked as one of the top two Israeli wineries by the Wine Report 2009. Thewinery owns two vineyards: one in the Upper Galilee Mountains near the biblical village of Kadita, atan elevation of 800 meters, and the second near the village of Binyamina, close to the MediterraneanSea. Grape yield is approximately 35 hl/hectare, with total production of about 20,000 bottles a year.Margalit produces Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Sauvignon Special Reserve, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, andEnigma, a blended wine.Winemaker: Asaf MargalitLocation: HaderaLabels: Margalit, EnigmaFlagship Wine: Special ReserveAppellations: Galilee, Coastal Region - ShomronProduction: 20,000 bottles52Contact: Export Manager: Yair MargalitTel: +972-4-626-2059 Email: marwine@netvision.net.ilWebsite: margalit-winery.com Address: P.O. Box 4055, Caesarea 30889, Israel

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o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperb, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gfrom Israelrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine qualityMony Winery”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“rising starrisingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “Israel is arael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“The… wines are getting better all the time “ingrbwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“Mony Winery is a family-owned winery in Israel’s Sorek Valley, an area known for its rich history, remarkableterroir, and fertile grape-growing conditions. Mony was established in 2000 by Shakib Artoul, an ArabChristian from a small village in the Galilee, in memory of his son, Dr. Mony Artoul. Mony wine is aged incasks and stored in a limestone cave, which has ideal natural temperature and humidity conditions. Monyis the only Arab Christian winery in Israel; it earned its kashrut certification in 2005. The uniqueness of theMony story is reflected in the outstanding flavor of Mony wines.Winemaker: Nur ArtoulLocation: Dir Rafat, Sorek ValleyLabels: Taltalim, Mony Reserve, Sunny HillsAppellation: Judean HillsProduction: 100,000 bottles54Contact: Export Manager: Nur ArtoulTel: +972-2-991-6629 Email: monywines@walla.co.il Website: www.monyvineyard.comAddress: Dir Rafat, P.O. Box 275, Beit Shemesh 99000, Israel

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o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperb, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gfrom Israelrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine qualityPelter Winery”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“rising starrisingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “Israel is arael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“The… wines are getting better all the time “ingrbwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“Pelter Winery, situated in Israel’s Golan Heights, was established in 2002. Influenced by Tal Pelter’s oenologystudies at Curtin University in Western Australia and work in Australian wineries, the Pelter family createsdistinctive wines that combine the fresh intensity of the vineyards of the northern Golan with devotion tohands-on winemaking at all stages of production. The winery is owned by two of the Pelter brothers, whoeach contribute their personal expertise—Tal, in winemaking and Nir in business and marketing. Buoyedby the support and contribution of the Pelter family, every production phase, from harvest to sales, is acollaborative effort.Winemaker: Tal PelterLocation: Kibbutz Ein ZivanLabel: PelterFlagship Wine: Pelter T-SelectionAppellation: Upper GalileeProduction: 70,000 bottles56Contact: Export Manager: Nir PelterTel: +972-52-811-2385 Email: info@pelterwinery.co.il Website: www.pelterwinery.comAddress: Kibbutz Merom Golan 12436, Israel

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o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperbThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“from Israelrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine qualityRecanati Wineryrising starIsrael is arisingrael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“The… wines are getting better all the time “ingrbwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“The story of Recanati Winery began with Lenny Recanati’s strong bond with the Land of Israel coupledwith his deep passion for fine wine – a passion that has its source in his family’s Italian heritage.Recanati Winery obtains most of its grapes from the Upper Galilee, where Israel’s finest high-altitudevineyards are located. The area’s warm days and contrastingly cool nights, together with chalky andgravelly soil conditions, create an ideal environment in which classic varieties are nurtured.Recanati Winery aims to create an elegant Israeli wine that reflects Israel’s perfect grape growing conditions.Winemaker: Gil ShatsbergLocation: Emek HeferLabels: Reserve, Recanati, YasminFlagship Wine: Special ReserveAppellations: Upper Galilee, Lower Galilee, Judean HillsProduction: 750,000 bottles58Contact: Export Manager: Yaniv InbarTel: +972-4-622-2288 Email: info@recanati-winery.com Website: www.recanati-winery.comAddress: P.O. Box 12050, Emek Hefer 38800, Israel

R e c a n a t i W i n e r y59

o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperb, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gfrom Israelrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine qualitySaslove Winery”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“rising starrisingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “Israel is arael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“The… wines are getting better all the time “ingrbwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“Saslove Winery, founded in 1998 in Kibbutz Eyal, is one of the first boutique wineries established inmodern Israel. Barry Saslove, the winery’s founder, is among the leading wine educators in Israel. In 2006,he moved the production to the new fermentation site that was constructed in the Upper Galilee nearthe vineyards. All of Saslove’s vineyards are located on the Upper Galilee mountain range, from 670 to800 meters (2,198 to 2,625 feet( above sea level. The basalt, terra rossa, and limestone soil, combinedwith cool, dry mountain breezes are ideal conditions for the cultivation of great wine grapes. Most of thewinery’s vineyards are organic, and one is bio-dynamic.Winemakers: Barry Saslove, Roni SasloveLocation: TsurielLabels: Adom, AvivFlagship Wine: ReservedAppellation: GalileeProduction: 80,000 bottles60Contact: Export Manager: Barry SasloveTel: +972-9-749-2697 Email: info@saslove.com Website: www.saslove.comAddress: Kibbutz Eyal 45840, Israel

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o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperb, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n grom Israelrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine qualitySea Horse Winery”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“rising starrisingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “Israel is arael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“The… wines are getting better all the time “ingrbwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“Sea Horse Winery, located in the village of Bar Giyora in the heart of the Jerusalem Mountains, is a smallboutique winery which produces 20,000 bottles annually. Ze’ev Dunie, owner and winemaker, was afilmmaker for more than 25 years. Directing a documentary about wine triggered his interest in winemaking,and he decided to establish a small winery. Focusing mainly on Syrah and Zinfandel grape varieties, thewinery has developed a unique style. All of Sea Horse’s wines are truly hand made, from vineyard to winery.They use traditional, labor-intensive methods, with minimal interference in the process. Sea Horse’s winesare shaped by the quality and identity of the grapes grown in the Land of Israel.Winemaker: Ze’ev DunieLocation: Bar GiyoraLabels: James, Munch, Lennon, Antoine, Antoine GSM, Fellini, Camus, GaudiFlagship Wine: ElulAppellation: Judean HillsProduction: 20,000 bottles62Contact: Export Manager: Ze’ev DunieTel: +972-2-570-9834 Email: info@seahorsewines.com Website: www.seahorsewines.comAddress: Moshav Bar Giyora 99880, Israel

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o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperb, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gfrom Israelrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine qualitySegal Wines”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“rising starrisingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “Israel is arael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“The… wines are getting better all the time “ingrbwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“The Segal family has been producing wine in Israel since the early 20th century. In fact, it was Segal whopioneered the planting of vineyards in the Upper Galilee, sowing the path that the Israeli wine industry thenfollowed. Segal merged with Barkan Wine Cellars in 2001, giving the company an opportunity to return toits illustrious past. The wines are made at Barkan’s winery from quality grapes harvested from Segal’s ownvineyards. Winemaker Avi Feldstein enjoys complete autonomy in making original, stylish wines. The resultis considerable success in export markets as diverse as Canada and Poland, as well as several awards inprestigious international wine competitions.Winemaker: Avi FeldsteinLocation: HuldaLabels: Single Vineyards, Galilee Heights, Ben-AmiFlagship Wine: UnfilteredAppellation: Upper GalileeProduction: 1.5 million bottles64Contact: Export Manager: Shmuel BoxerTel: +972-8-944-7777 Email: martha@segalwines.co.il Website: www.segalwines.co.ilAddress: P.O. Box 159, Kibbutz Hulda, M.P. Sorek 76842, Israel

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o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperb, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gfrom Israelrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine qualityShiloh Winery”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“rising starrisingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “Israel is arael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“The… wines are getting better all the time “ingrbwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“Whether referring to the ageless blessing from Jacob, the Jewish forefather, or to the words of ProphetEzekiel, quality grapes and wine production have been associated with the Shiloh region for millennia.Perhaps because of this ancient, yet enduring blessing, the pristine view at altitudes ranging from 750 metersto 900 meters (2,461 to 2,953 feet( above sea level, or an immeasurable love of the land, entrepreneurMayer Chomer could not resist founding a winery in this region. Under the expert direction of AmichaiLourie, master winemaker of Shiloh wines, this growing winery has received many top-ranking internationalawards. The winery’s greatest pleasure is for wine lovers to experience Shiloh’s blessing for themselves.Winemaker: Amichai LourieLocation: ShilohLabel: ShorFlagship Wine: Secret ReserveAppellation: Judean HillsProduction: 50,000 bottles66Contact: Export Manager: Amichai LourieTel: +972-50-342-2268 Email: ykveyshilo@bezeqint.net Website: www.shilohwinery.comAddress: Maale Levona, M.P. Efraim 44825, Israel

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o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperb, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gfrom Israelrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine qualityTabor Winery”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“rising starrisingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “Israel is arael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“The… wines are getting better all the time “ingrbwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“In the heart of the fertile Galilee lies Kfar Tabor, an agricultural village established more than a centuryago. From its very beginning, Kfar Tabor’s foremost attraction and area of activity have been its vineyards.The village quickly became well known for its quality grapes, the top choice of Israel’s leading wineries.With wines that are always enthusiastically received by the public, Tabor Winery is highly regarded asa producer of quality wines. By 2008, the winery was producing 900,000 bottles a year. Its completerange of wines, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Shiraz wines, .are produced from grapes from the best vineyards of Kfar Tabor and the Galilee.Winemaker: Arieh NesherLocation: Tabor Village, GalileeLabels: Tabor, Tabor AdamaFlagship Wine: Tabor Mes’haAppellation: GalileeProduction: 900,000 bottles68Contact: Export Manager: Inbar SivanTel: +972-4-676-0455 Email: twc@twc.co.il Website: www.taborwinery.co.ilAddress: P.O. Box 422, Tabor Village 15241, Israel

T a b o r W i n e r y69

o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperb, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gfrom Israelrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine qualityTEPERBERG 1870”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“rising starrisingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “Israel is arael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“The… wines are getting better all the time “ingrbwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“The Teperberg 1870 vision is to stand among the leaders of Israel’s wine culture. The winery is transformingthis vision into reality with winemaking expertise passed down through six Teperberg generations and astrong passion for wine. The winery remains at the forefront of technology and is powered by a steadfastcommitment to innovation. As Israel’s fourth largest winery, Teperberg 1870 exports world-class winesto more than 22 countries worldwide. The wines in Teperberg 1870’s new series are highly acclaimed bywine enthusiasts and have received numerous prestigious international awards. The winery is increasing itsproduction to 7 million bottles a year and is constructing an international visitor center.Winemaker: Shiki RauchbergerLocation: TzoraLabels: Teperberg Meritage, Teperberg Terra, Teperberg SilverFlagship Wine: Teperberg Family Estate - ReserveAppellations: Judean Hills, SamsonProduction: 5 million bottles70Contact: Export Manager: Daniella LittmanTel: +972-2-990-8080 Email: export@teperberg1870.co.il Website: www.teperberg1870.co.ilAddress: P.O. Box 669, Mobile Post Samson, Tzora 99803, Israel

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o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperbThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“from Israelrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine qualityTishbi Estate Wineryrising starIsrael is arisingrael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“The… wines are getting better all the time “ingrbwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“The Tishbi Estate Winery is the first boutique, family-owned and operated winery established in Israel. In1882, Baron Rothschild commissioned Jonathan Tishbi’s grandfather to be a vintner in Israel. In 1984,following a century of grape-growing tradition, Jonathan took the initiative of opening his own winery.His son, Golan, studied winemaking and brought the winery to a new level of production. With four seriesof table wines and a limited edition of fortified wines, including brandy produced in an authentic Cognacalembic distillery, Tishbi is now among the largest Israeli wineries, producing approximately 1 millionbottles per year, nearly a third for export.Winemaker: Golan TishbiLocation: BinyaminaLabels: Jonathan Tishbi Special Reserve, Tishbi Estate, Tishbi Vineyards, TishbiFlagship Wine: Jonathan Tishbi Special ReserveAppellations: Shomron, Lower Galilee, Upper Galilee, Judean Hills, NegevProduction: 1 million bottles (approx.(72Contact: Export Manager: Jonathan TishbiTel: +972-4-638-0434/5 Email: golan@tishbi.com Website: www.tishbi.comAddress: 33 Hameyasdim St., Zichron Ya’acov 30900, Israel

T i s h b i E s t a t e W i n e r y73

o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperb, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n grom Israelrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine qualityTulip Winery”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“rising starrisingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “Israel is arael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“The… wines are getting better all the time “ingrbwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“Tulip Winery is a family-owned boutique winery located in Kfar Tikva (Village of Hope(, a residentialcommunity for people with special needs who are employed at the winery. The winery produces 95,000premium bottles of wine a year. Tulip Winery’s goal is to produce top quality wine with no compromises.These high standards are applied throughout the winemaking process: choosing the finest vineyards inIsrael, utilizing the most advanced technologies and production processes, and aging the wine in premiumoak barrels. The winery provides its customers with high quality wines at affordable prices. Tulip’s wineshave earned professional international recognition, such as 90 points RP and 92 points WS.Winemaker: Tamir ArzyLocation: Kiryat Tivon, GalileeLabels: Reserve, Mostly, JustFlagship Wine: Black TulipAppellations: Upper Galilee, Judean HillsProduction: 95,000 bottles74Contact: Export Manager: Roy ItzhakiTel: +972-4-983-0573 Email: tulip@tulip-winery.co.il Website: www.tulip-winery.co.ilAddress: 24 Hacarmel St., Kiryat Tivon 36081, Israel

T u l i p W i n e r y75

o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperbThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“from Israelrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine qualityTzora Vineyardsrising stardistinctive style and tasteIsrael is arisingrael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h““ingrbThe… wines are getting better all the timewine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“Tzora Vineyards is a pioneer in many aspects of winemaking in Israel. Established in 1993, Tzora Vineyardswas one of the first to plant vineyards in the Judean Hills. The winery is very proud to have revived thewinemaking tradition in a region that has been associated with winemaking since biblical times. NumerousTzora Vineyards wines have been highly ranked by local and international wine lovers and critics. Thenoteworthy OR dessert wine was rated 92 by Robert Parker in 2008. Today, Tzora Vineyards is consideredby many to be one of the leading terroir-driven wineries in Israel.Winemaker: Eran PickLocation: Kibbutz TzoraLabels: Shoresh, Neve Ilan, Giv’at Hachalukim, Judean Hills, OR Shoresh DessertFlagship Wine: Misty HillsAppellation: Judean HillsProduction: 80,000 bottles76Contact: Export Manager: Uri RanTel: +972-2-990-8261 Email: info@tzoravineyards.com Website: www.tzoravineyards.comAddress: Kibbutz Tzora, DN Shimshon 99803, Israel

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o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperb, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gfrom Israelrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine qualityVitkin Winery”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“rising starrisingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “Israel is arael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“The… wines are getting better all the time “ingrbwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“Vitkin Winery was established in 2001 by Doron and Sharona Paz-Belogolovsky and Asaf Paz, Oenologistand Bordeaux graduate. The trio has made Vitkin into one of the most fascinating wineries in Israel today.Vitkin specializes in producing unique and original Israeli wines using varietals such as Carignan, PetiteSirah, and Viognier as well as special, unique blends. The winery sources its grapes from select vineyardsthroughout Israel, where both Doron and Asaf are personally involved in all vine-growing stages.The range of varieties and vineyard locations enable Vitkin to extend the harvesting season over threemonths. Vitkin wines are well appreciated among wine critics, . journalists, and wine lovers.Winemakers: Asaf Paz, Doron BelogolovskyLocation: Vitkin VillageLabel: Israeli JourneyFlagship Wine: Vitkin CarignanAppellations: Shomron, Galilee, Judean HillsProduction: 45,000 bottles78Contact: Export Manager: Sharona Paz-BelogolovskyTel: +972-9-866-3505 Email: sharona@vitkin-winery.co.il Website: www.vitkin-winery.co.ilAddress: P.O. Box 267, Vitkin Village 40200, Israel

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o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperbThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“from Israelrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine qualityYaffo Wineryrising stardistinctive style and tasteIsrael is arisingrael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h““ingrbThe… wines are getting better all the timewine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“Yaffo Winery was established in 1998 by Moshe and Anne Celniker, following French family tradition andyears of winemaking experience in Alsace, France. With a strong connection to the land and nature, YaffoWinery invests an enormous amount in nurturing its vineyards for high-quality grapes in low yield. Thewinery’s nighttime harvest, low-temperature crushing process, and meticulous aging produce outstandingred and white wines. In this boutique winery, located in the Celniker’s spacious basement, the personaltouch is just as important as savoring the wine. The Celniker’s passionate pursuit of new techniques andtechnologies is reflected in the winemaking experience and the superb taste of their quality wines.Winemakers: Moshe Celniker, Stephan CelnikerLocation: Neve Michael, Ella ValleyLabel: YaffoFlagship Wine: HeritageAppellations: Ella Valley, Judean HillsProduction: 20,000 bottles80Contact: Export Manager: Moshe CelnikerTel: +972-54-452-3201 Email: info@yaffowinery.com Website: www.yaffowinery.comAddress: 15 Rozov St., Tel Aviv 69716, Israel

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o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperb, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gfrom Israelrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine qualityYatir Winery”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“rising starrisingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “Israel is arael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“The… wines are getting better all the time “ingrbwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“Yatir Winery is a boutique winery founded in 2000 and launched in 2004. The winery is situated at TelArad in the northeastern Negev, at a site with 3,000 years of history. The vineyards are situated in YatirForest, Israel’s largest planted forest, which rises to an elevation of 900 meters (2,700 feet(. This forms thesouthern tip of the Judean Hills wine region. The winemaker is Eran Goldwasser, a graduate of the Universityof Adelaide in Australia. Yatir Winery is 100% owned by the Carmel Winery, but is managed independently.Carmel is responsible for marketing, distribution and export.Winemaker: Eran GoldwasserLocation: Tel AradLabels: Yatir Forest, YatirFlagship Wine: Yatir ForestAppellation: Judean HillsProduction: 110,000 bottles82Contact: Export Manager: Arnon GevaTel: +972-3-948-8851 Email: export@carmelwines.co.il Website: www.yatir.netAddress: P.O. Box 2, 25 Hacarmel St., Rishon Le Zion 75100, Israel

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o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gsuperb, i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gfrom Israelrising starof the wine worldModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement in wine qualityZion Winery”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“rising starrisingThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them are superb “Israel is arael. Quality entrenched in a Israel is on track to make wines with a distinctive style and taste. Its an amazing turnaround for a nation that h“The… wines are getting better all the time “ingrbwine quality Israel is aof the wine world and some of them are superbModern winemaking techniques are most apparent… resulting in a dramatic improvement inwine qualityineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technology and internationally trained winemakers“Zion Winery has been the pioneer in winemaking since its original establishment in 1848 within the wallsof Jerusalem’s Old City. Zion Winery has preserved its long-standing winemaking tradition and methods,and has interwoven them with advanced production technologies, meticulous vineyard care, and qualitygrape-variety planting in the most select areas. Zion Winery’s expert, professionally trained team offerswines of the right quality for every occasion. Zion Winery wines, mosaics of quality grapes from the Galileeand Judean Hills, continue to receive compliments and earn awards in a variety of competitions, often inprice/value wine categories. Zion Winery is committed to renew and surprise, in order to continue toproduce excellent value wines.Winemaker: Zvika ShorLocation: JerusalemLabels: Erez, Tidhar, DolevFlagship Wine: ArmonAppellations: Galilee, Judean HillsProduction: 500,000 bottles84Contact: Export Manager: Ronald MogendorffTel: +972-2-535-2540 Email: ronald@zionfinewines.co.il Website: zionfinewines.co.ilAddress: 45 Charuvit St., Mishor Edumim 98510, Israel

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l. Quality entrenched in aines from Israelrising starof the wine world”.New vineyards with classic varieties and a focus on cool climate, high altitude regions…has transformed Israeli wines, as has modern technolos“risingsome of them are superbThe… wines are getting better all the time and some of them areThe Israel Modern winemaking Export techniques are most & apparent… International resulting in a dramatic improvement Cooperation in wine qualityInstituteIsrael is ao r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n g N e w W o r l d A p p r o a c h , i s s t r o n g a n d g r o w i n gThe Israel Export & International Cooperation Institute, supported by more than 2,600 member firms,private-sector bodies, and the government of Israel, advances business relationships between Israeliexporters and overseas businesses and organizations. By providing a wide range of export-orientedservices to Israeli companies and complementary services to the international business community,the Institute helps build successful joint ventures, strategic alliances, and trade partnerships.The Israel Export & International Cooperation Institute is committed to bringing together food and wine buyerswith the products they seek and manufacturers that suit their needs, ensuring that consumers throughout theworld benefit from the innovation, quality, and adaptability of Israel’s food and wine industry.Contact: Michal Neeman, Business Development Manager, Food & BeverageTel: +972-3-514-2859 Email: michal@export.gov.il Website: www.export.gov.ilAddress: 29 Hamered St., Tel Aviv 68125, Israel86This publication is for informational purposes only. While every effort hasbeen made to ensure that the information presented is correct, The IsraelExport & International Cooperation Institute assumes no responsibility fordamages, financial or otherwise, caused by the information herein.The Israel Export & International Cooperation InstituteProduction: IEICI Media & Production Division Editing: IEICI Food & Beverage DepartmentContributing Photographers: Rina Nagila, Tal Gluck Dalton Photographer: David SilvermanCopywriting: Correct Me If I’m Wrong Design: Wee Studio-Vivian Sahar Printed in Israel c 2009.

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