Yarden Malbec (OK Kosher) 2017
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The 2017 Yarden Malbec exhibits a captivating aroma of ripe red and black fruits, layered with notes of flowers, spice, chocolate and forest floor. With full body, the wine presents a pleasing concentration of flavor.
The wine pairs wonderfully with standing prime rib roast, grilled lamb chops with mint chimichurri or mushroom and brown rice stuffed peppers.
This wine is Kosher for Passover
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James Suckling
A successful, ripe and generous malbec with tons of ripe red and blue-fruit aromas, the full body neatly filled by the fine tannins that nicely support the long, juicy and rather supple finish. Drink now.
Celebrated for its bold flavors and supple texture, Malbec has enjoyed runaway success in Argentina since the late 20th century. The grape originated in Bordeaux, France, where it historically contributed color and tannin to blends. A French agronomist, who saw great potential for the variety in Mendoza’s hot, high-altitude landscape, brought Malbec to Argentina in 1868. Somm Secret—If you’re trying to please a crowd, Malbec is generally a safe bet with its combination of dense fruit and soft tannins.
With a rich history of wine production dating back to biblical times, Israel is a part of the cradle of wine civilization. Here, wine was commonly used for religious ceremonies as well as for general consumption. During Roman times, it was a popular export, but during Islamic rule around 1300, production was virtually extinguished. The modern era of Israeli winemaking began in the late 19th century with help from Bordeaux’s Rothschild family. Accordingly, most grapes grown in Israel today are made from native French varieties. Indigenous varieties are all but extinct, though oenologists have made recent attempts to rediscover ancient varieties such as Marawi for commercial wine production.
In Israel’s Mediterranean climate, humidity and drought can be problematic, concentrating much of the country’s grape growing in the north near Galilee, Samaria near the coast and at higher elevations in the east. The most successful red varieties are Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Syrah, while the best whites are made from Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. Many, though by no means all, Israeli wines are certified Kosher.