Grapes for our Sauvignon Blanc are sourced from vineyards in northern Israel’s coastal plain region. This area enjoys a warm climate and benefits from the moderating influences of the neighboring mountains and Mediterranean Sea.

Review

Wine Spectator April 6, 2011 85 Points Sauvignon Blanc 2009 - 85 points, Wine Spectator ------------------------------------------ Ripe apple, citrus and tropical fruit flavors feature notes of beeswax, with a spicy finish. Kosher. ------------------------------------------ Wine Enthusiast April 2011 86 Points Sauvignon Blanc 2009 - 86 points, Wine Enthusiast ------------------------------------------ Bright orange citrus coupled with rich aromas and flavors of green apple, underripe peach and soft fresh grass fill the nose and mouth, with a lively tart acidity cutting through and keeping things lively on the palate. Mouthwatering and easygoing; drink now. ------------------------------------------ Wine Enthusiast April 2010 85 Points Sauvignon Blanc 2008 - 85 Points, Wine Enthusiast ------------------------------------------ Clean and straightforward with notes of fresh red apple slices, ripe pear and soft tropical fruit on the nose and palate. The mouth is round and mildly intense, with bracing acidity leading through the short, crisp finish. ------------------------------------------ Wine Advocate February 2010 Sauvignon Blanc 2008 - Wine Advocate ------------------------------------------ The 2008 Sauvignon Blanc is light and pleasant, with some modest grassiness around the edges and some crispiness... has some charm. ------------------------------------------ Wine Spectator 2008 Sauvignon Blanc 2006 - Wine Spectator ------------------------------------------ Baked pineapple flavors with spicy notes in this medium-bodied white. ------------------------------------------ Washington (DC) Examiner March 21, 2007 Critics grade: Four Star The Kiddush cup floweth over ------------------------------------------ This outstanding crisp, clean, firm, rich, pale straw-colored wine has tasty and zesty aromas and flavors of freshly cut grass, almonds, bell peppers, asparagus, citrus fruits and even some melons, with a very pleasing earthy, slightly smoky background. ------------------------------------------ Wine Spectator Online September 11, 2006 86 Points In the Spirit of Sukkot- Kosher wine selections from Recanati add a new twist to fall Jewish holidays ------------------------------------------ A crisp, firm white, with touches of richness and plenty of almond and citrus flavors. Smoky notes fill the finish. Drink now. ------------------------------------------ Gazette June 2006 In apprecitation of under-appreciated Sauvignon Blanc ------------------------------------------ Quite impressive. ------------------------------------------ Wine Investor Buyer’s Guide June 2006 3 stars ------------------------------------------ New Hampshire Magazine April 2006 Cellar Notes: Critic's Choice ------------------------------------------ Select Sauvignon Blanc grapes, grown in the warm-climate region of Israel's coastal plateau, were harvested at optimal ripeness to produce a tropical flavored, lush white. This 100% Sauvignon Blanc is full-bodied and lively, with flavors redolent of tropical fruits such as guava and banana, with notes of fresh hay and bell peppers that is the varied signature of Sauvignon. ------------------------------------------

Wine maker notes

Hand harvested at optimal ripeness, grapes are immediately crushed and chilled. A brief period of skin contact is allowed before pressing. After separation from the lees, the juice undergoes slow fermentation at a cool temperature to capture and preserve fresh aromas and flavors.

Food pairing

Outstanding with fish, sushi, risotto and grilled vegetables.