Wine from the Holy Land, at Your Door

David Honig
Features
11 min read
Twenty years ago there was only a handful of Israeli wines, and very few of interest to the international consumer. Today, there are 300 different wineries, and many of them are making wines that are not only in the international style, but that can also compete on the international stage.

Freixenet Excelencia Cava Kosher

David Honig
Wine Reviews
1 min read
Freixenet, Spain's well known producer of méthode champenoise cava, has now released a glatt kosher version of its famous sparkling wine. The Freixenet Excelencia Cava Kosher was flash pasteurized and produced under kosher supervision, so it meets the highest level of kosher certification. The appearance is pale yellow, with the slightest

2011 Tulip “Black Tulip”

David Honig
Wine Reviews
1 min read
Tulip's flagship meets expectations as the best of its line. The nose shows black currant and black cherry. The first impression on the palate is the smooth, silky mouth feel. Black cherry leads, followed by blackberry, with hints of vanilla and spices. Good complexity and well-integrated tannins all shows a

2013 Tulip “White Tulip”

David Honig
Wine Reviews
1 min read
This is a lovely wine for the pool-side, fresh, bright, and refreshing. The color is a pale straw, and the nose shows pineapple, backed by pink grapefruit. The Sauvignon Blanc takes the lead on the palate, with grass and grapefruit. Pineapple, tart and sweet, come through on the mid-palate, followed

2013 Tulip “White Franc”

David Honig
Wine Reviews
1 min read
Off-dry and interesting. This curious and pleasant white wine is made primarily from the red wine grape, cabernet franc. There is no skin contact after the juice is pressed, so no color (which comes from the skins) is added to the wine. With 13-14 grams of residual sugar, there is

Tulip Mostly Cabernet Franc 2012

David Honig
Wine Reviews
1 min read
Raspberry and tobacco show on the nose. Black and red raspberry with a tobacco background make up the palate. Smooth tannins with a gentle grip contribute to a round mouth-feel. Licorice lingers on the finish, Drink with lamb chops. 89 points, WHO: Tulip Winery WHAT: Cabernet Franc DESIGNATION: Kosher WHERE: Israel,

Tulip Just Merlot 2012

David Honig
Wine Reviews
1 min read
This interesting blend of umami and spice will pair nicely with spicy lamb dishes. The nose is all red fruit, bing cherries and raspberry. The palate shows a little darker, with black cherry, licorice, and an underlying umami soy/tar. The mid-palate has a big pop of allspice, an addition from

Tulip Winery Syrah Reserve 2011

David Honig
Wine Reviews
1 min read
This rich addition to the Tulip line spent 18 months in French oak, just 20% new. The nose shows blackberry, blueberry, and seared beef fat. The palate opens with big blackberry flavors. Red fruits on the mid-palate add tartness. Underlying everything is a flavor reminiscent of the crisp end of