Ratings

Galil Yiron

Winery: Galil Mountain Winery

Year: 2001

Type: Red

Country: Israel

Grape Variety: 60% Cabernet Sauvignon 40% Merlot

Note: Aged for 16 months in oak barrels. Also, 2001 was the Shemitah Year in Israel, so you probably won't find this vintage in the U.S., but try the 2002. [Thanks, Simmy!]

Alcohol: 14%

Mevushal: No

Date Reviewed: 4/3/06

Color: 2.5 (of 3)

Note: A dark ruby red color. It looks just right.

Aroma: 6 (of 7)

Note: It has a very nice fruity aroma with lots of berries. Lots of cherry and plum scents along with rich oak and vanilla.

Taste: 9 (of 10)

Note: Well done! It starts with a light sweet berry flavor that gives way to the dryness of an oaky Merlot. It's a wonderful combination that is timed very well in the mouth. This is one of those wines that is just as good as any non-kosher wine on the market. It will age beautifully, so put some aside.

Total: 17.5 (of 20)

Food: This goes well with a steak (or any roasted meat) or any pasta dish with red sauce. But drink it slowly and savor it. This is not a meal you should rush.

Compare to :

Chateau Le Breuil Renaissance Medoc Bordeaux

Chateau du Quint Lalande de Pomerol Bordeaux

Barons de Rothschild Haut Medoc Bordeaux

Teal Lake Cabernet Merlot

Altoona Hills Cabernet Merlot

Domaine du Castel Petit Castel

Chateau Camplay Bordeaux Superieur

Domaine du Castel Grand Vin

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