Harvey Raben

9.2

This version includes Cabernet, Petit Verdot , cab franc and Shiraz and it was delightful. Warm plum and prune flavors rounded and begging another sip. Nice finish. — 3 months ago

Sagee Aran

8.9

Dull in color, pinot nose, pallete flat. Maybe too early of the drinking window. — a year ago

Ivor

9.1

Lovely Macon with serious more northern Bourgogne Blanc ambitions. Buttery lactic notes, ripe lemons, fresh acidity and mineral backbone; a well balanced wine nicely coming together at the moment. From magnum and paired with a dish of gray shrimps filled Jerusalem artichokes. — 2 years ago

Sam Friedland

8.9

Minerals and Mellon. — 3 years ago

Pri

9.0

Miami with didi — 4 years ago

Sagee Aran

8.9

Psagot Winery. Single vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, 2016.
Heavy in alcohol, too ripe. — 6 years ago

Iwan

9.1

Passover wine no. 1. Bordeaux blend from the Judean Hills near Jerusalem. — 7 years ago

"Odedi"

9.1

Zwebner Estate Vineyard 35.40.2 Red Blend 2015 Bethlehem, Israel

Dark ruby in color with a soft purplish rim.

Fruity nose of blueberries, black plums, sour cherries, sweet raspberries, vanilla, licorice, oak, leather, earth, pencil lead, wet leaves, alcohol, vinaigrette, dark chocolates, tobacco and peppercorn.

Medium plus in body with medium plus acidity and long legs.

Dry on the palate with raspberries, sweet strawberries, wood, spices, earth, vegetables, graphite, peppercorn, leather and tobacco.

Medium plus on the finish with fine grained tannins and tangy cranberries.

This is a very enjoyable GSM blend from Israel. Showing nice complexity with a nice mouthfeel.
Reminds me of a Spanish Garnacha blend.

I had it last year, and it is drinking nicer now. Would benefit from a few more years in the bottle.

Needs 90 minutes to open up properly and show complexity.

Good by itself or with food. I paired it with a charcuterie board of cheeses and meats.

A blend of 47% Syrah, 35% Grenache and 18% Mourvedre.

Grapes are grown in the Judean Mountains at 2500 feet elevation, and aged for 12 months in French oak barrels.

15.5% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$40. — 7 years ago

ESF

9.2

Blind I would have guessed lower rung classified growth BDX, this was impressive, though young, it is good to go - well balanced and flavorful. Mellow integrated tannic structure great length on finish — 4 months ago

Diane Heyboer

8.9

Loved this one. Great for a rainy cold day. Paired with mujadara and Jerusalem mix chicken. Big wine with blackberry, dark cherry and blueberry. Oaky tannins keep it from being too sweet. Would buy this again in a heartbeat!! — 2 years ago

with Matthew, Ethan and 2 others

"Odedi"

9.2

Zwebner Estate Vineyard Judean Mountains 35.6.18 Red 2017, Bethlehem

#KosherWineSunday

Dark ruby in color with a wide reddish rim.

Medium plus in body with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate with cherries, black plums, currants, raspberries, light oak, spices, chocolates, licorice, coffee, tobacco leaf, herbs, earth, peppercorn and black tea.

Tangy finish with fine grained tannins and tangy raspberries.

This 6 year old red blend from the Judean Mountains in Israel, is showing nice complexity with a soft mouthfeel. Elegant and spicy.

Fruit forward right out of the bottle, and even better after an hour of airtime.

This Single Vineyard is good by itself or with food. A great sipping wine.

I Had the 2015 a few years ago, and it is very consistent. Delicious stuff.

A blend of Grenache, Carignan and Cabernet Sauvignon. Aged in French oak barrels for 12 months. Kosher.

14.5% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$50. — 3 years ago

Matthew Cohen

9.3

Quite lovely.

Roses on the nose. Really pretty and perfumed. Almost some really really pretty raspberry liquor. Gorgeous. Mild spice. Like from a spice merchant in the old city of Jerusalem. Beautiful.

Palate is clean precise but juicy Nebbiolo fruit. So sweet and delicious. Some coffee some chocolate.

Tastes like very well made barbaresco. Of course it’s declassified barbaresco so no shock.

Finish has a terrific raspberry liquor. Delicious.

Wow. A wonderful effort

Amazing raspberry liquor on the finish. Omg good.

I thought this would suck given the bad press given the vintage. Even against that preconception it was great.

Bought from fass selections — 6 years ago

eagle_eye

9.1

Need to explore more1 glass in Jerusalem and didn't let it open up. — 7 years ago

DHRUV ADITYA SRIVASTAVA

9.1

35 usd wine — 7 years ago

Freddy R. Troya

8.9

Jerusalem Heights Cabernet Sauvignon–Merlot 2023 – Judean Hills, Israel 🇮🇱

Overview
A bold red blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon · 50% Merlot that expresses the rugged power and elevation-driven intensity of the Judean Hills rather than classic Bordeaux balance. Cabernet brings structure, dark fruit depth, and firm backbone, while Merlot contributes mid-palate weight, savory flesh, and dark plum richness. This is not a plush or polished style, it leans muscular, serious, and expressive of place. Elevated intensity, concentration, and tension suggest strong aging potential, with the wine expected to show even greater harmony by 2028+, though approachable now with air.

Aromas & Flavors
Black cherry, ripe plum, cassis, and dark blackberry. Savory notes of dried herbs, black pepper, cedar, and warm stone. Subtle earthy undertones with hints of tobacco leaf and dark cocoa. The profile leans deep and structured rather than sweet or fruit-forward.

Mouthfeel
Medium-plus to full-bodied with firm, youthful tannins and a dense core. Structured, slightly angular on opening, softening with air. Fresh acidity keeps the power in check while maintaining lift. Long, savory finish with persistent dark fruit and spice. Built for food and cellaring.

Food Pairings
Grilled lamb chops, beef short ribs, ribeye steak, roasted duck, slow-braised meats, mushroom-driven dishes, aged hard cheeses, and Middle Eastern spice-forward cuisine. Benefits from decanting 1–2 hours.

🍷 Personal Pick
This is not a crowd-pleasing, plush red, it’s a serious, punchy expression that rewards patience and attention. I love how it shows its regional muscle and personality instead of chasing polish. A bottle for slow evenings, hearty food, and watching a young wine stretch into its future potential.

Did You Know?
The Judean Hills sit at higher elevations with limestone soils and strong diurnal shifts, producing wines with firm structure, savory character, and excellent aging capacity. Cabernet and Merlot here often show more tension and mineral grip than their softer New World counterparts. — 5 months ago

Stephen Dodson

9.4

Fantastic with the tiramisu (with hidden Jerusalem Artichoke)… — 3 years ago

Peggy Hadley

9.4

Happy Birthday to me! 😁 — 4 years ago

with Michelle, Michael and 4 others

Sam Friedland

8.9

Same comments as before. Went very well with Putanesca pasta. — 5 years ago

"Odedi"

9.1

Dark ruby in color with a reddish rim.

Very nice nose of black currants, blueberries, sweet cherries, cedar, vanilla, licorice, spices, black pepper, dried figs, light raisins, vinaigrette, earth, alcohol and graphite.

Full-bodied with medium acidity and long legs.

Dry on the palate with plums, black currants, cherries, oak, spices, earth, vanilla, licorice, chocolates, tobacco, herbs, coke, coffee and black pepper.

Medium in length on the finish with soft tannins and spices.

This is a very nice Petit Verdot from Israel. A tasty wine with a great mouthfeel. Spicy with nice complexity and well balanced.

Good by itself as a sipping wine.
Good right out of the bottle and better as it opens up.

This four-year-old could use two to three years in the bottle to mature properly and show more complexity.

I paired it with cheeses and crackers.

100% Petit Verdot grapes from the Jerusalem Mountains. Aged for 18 months in French Oak barrels. Kosher.

14.3% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$50. — 6 years ago

Christian Pardo

10

Very smooth easy drinking, nice Jerusalem wine — 9 years ago

with LeAnn