Pillar Heights

Granite Heights Winery

Humility Merlot Blend 2012

Fabulous character! The best of Virginia’s Piedmont foothills on display — 7 months ago

Golan Heights Winery

Yarden Galilee Pinot Noir 2017

After Ninja board meeting — 4 years ago

Golan Heights Winery

Yarden Merlot 2017

Very good merlot. Low acidity, medium tannins. Very oaky with a sweet vanilla, dark fruits, but with a dark chocolate finish, maybe with a pepper. Still: one of my favorite labels. — 5 years ago

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Golan Heights Winery

Yarden Blanc de Blancs Chardonnay 2011

First time trying a wine from Israel. This was pretty nice—lots of autolytic notes and it was nice to try one that was vintage dated and with some bottle age. — 6 years ago

Golan Heights Winery

Gamla Galilee Cabernet Sauvignon 2015

Loved it. A soft and mellow taste. — 8 years ago

Bethel Heights Vineyard

Estate Grown Eola - Amity Hills Pinot Blanc 2016

Great lemon filled expression of Pinot Blanc. Dry and full of life. — 8 years ago

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Bethel Heights Vineyard

West Block Eola - Amity Hills Estate Pinot Noir

A good Pinot Noir. Well balanced with a slightly tart finish. — 7 months ago

Golan Heights Winery

Yarden Galilee Chardonnay 2022

Rich, condensed umami, like maple syrup. — 9 months ago

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Pillar Rock

Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon

1999 vintage enjoyed in August 2021 on 30th anniversary. Soft, round. Tobacco and plum. Grateful for this gift from Cory Gott, who managed this at Rombauer. — 5 years ago

Belle Glos

Las Alturas Vineyard Pinot Noir 2016

Las Alturas' Spanish for 'the heights', a fitting name, this vineyard located on one of the highest grape-growing benches in the Santa Lucia Highlands AVA. 4th gen Winemaker Joseph J. Wagner from a family with farming and winemaking roots in Napa since 1906. Met Joe several times. Deep Ruby (darkest Pinot I have come across, almost looks like a Cab). Rich berry flavors with cedar, spice and vanilla. Lingering ending with sweet oak notes. Consistent quality Nice! A Fav! — 6 years ago

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@Sipping Fine Wine as I’m sure you know these wines age surprisingly well - had the 2005-2009 range recently and they were amazing

Golan Heights Winery

Yarden Katzrin Chardonnay 2014

2014 vintage. Flowery notes. Crisp and balnaced. Has a personality of it's own. — 8 years ago

Golan Heights Winery

Hermon Mount Hermon Indigo Syrah Cabernet Sauvignon 2015

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キクチさんからの貰い物
重くて香り高い
イスラエル産
また飲みたい
— 8 years ago

Golan Heights Winery

Yarden Sauvignon Blanc 2016

Excellent! Israeli wines - you will never be dissapointed. — 9 years ago

Hevron Heights Winery

Isaac's Ram Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

Hevron Heights – Isaac’s Ram Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, Judean Hills – Israel 🇮🇱

Overview
A high-end Cabernet from Hevron Heights, made entirely of Cabernet Sauvignon. Aged in oak (about 18 months), this wine leans into the rugged elevation and temperature swings of the Judean Hills. (Educational note: elevation in warm climate wine regions helps preserve acidity and build structure even in bolder styles.)

Aromas & Flavors
Deep currents of black currant, dark berry compote, and ripe plum. Cedar, licorice, spice-box, and a touch of vanilla and coffee from oak aging. Earthy undertones and a whisper of pepper add complexity. 

Mouthfeel
Full-bodied and structured with firm tannins. The oak adds richness, while the cool nights in the Judean Hills help retain a fresh acid backbone. Finishes long, dense, and robust. 

Food Pairings
Pairs well with grilled red meats, steak or lamb, hearty stews, and dishes with earthy mushrooms or root vegetables. Aging or smoked cheeses would also work nicely.

Verdict
A bold, expressive Cabernet Sauvignon that showcases what Israeli high-elevation terroir can do. It’s drinking well now for its fruit and oak richness, but has the structure and acidity to evolve further over a few years. 🍷

Did You Know?
Isaac’s Ram is made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon and is aged ~18 months in French & Hungarian oak — typical for premium kosher offerings in Judean Hills.
— 8 months ago

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Bethel Heights Vineyard

Estate Eola - Amity Hills Chardonnay 2021

Nose: hint oak. Airy. Hint sea breeze. Lovely. White flowers.

Palate: lovely sweet oak. Sweet wood. Rich. Not over the top.
— 2 years ago

Château Golan

Royal Reserve Eliad Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 2012

Drinking well. Expressing its best at its age. Enjoyable wine for a Friday night ! — 5 years ago

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Bethel Heights Vineyard

Æolian Eola - Amity Hills Estate Pinot Noir

Lovely nose, red berries, silky and finishes well — 7 years ago

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Château Golan

Cabernet Sauvignon 2015

Good wine with meet and very good value for money — 8 years ago

Golan Heights Winery

Yarden Galilee Syrah 2013

👍🏼👍🏼 worked well with an Asian noodle dish with lamb. Little spice & everything nice. — 9 years ago