10 Kosher Wines For the Season
Note: The following list is a selection of outstanding and very good kosher wines from recently rated releases. More kosher wines rated in the past year can be found here in our Wine Ratings Search.
TABOR Adama II Storm Galilee 2013 Score: 90 | $29
A muscular, full-bodied red, sporting plenty of currant, boysenberry and herbal flavors flanked by toasty elements. Licorice and mineral notes are edged with firm tannins into the finish. Cabernet Sauvignon and Petite Sirah. From Israel. Drink now through 2022. 1,300 cases made.—G.S.
COVENANT Chardonnay Sonoma Mountain Lavan 2014 Score: 89 | $38
Aromas of pithy citrus, green apple and tangerine are rich and full on the palate, remaining lively and persistent throughout. From California. Drink now through 2020. 352 cases made.—J.L.
FLAM Syrah Galilee Reserve 2014 Score: 89 | $40
A full bodied, concentrated red brimming with raspberry tart, savory spice and meaty aromas that are well balanced with iron and bay leaf details. Full but integrated tannins linger into the milk chocolate-tinged finish. From Israel. Drink now through 2022. 1,000 cases made.—G.S.
GUSH ETZION Cabernet Franc Judean Hills Lone Oak Reserve 2011 Score: 89 | $42
Mature-tasting, with roasted plum and tealike flavors supported by fresh acidity. Beefy notes lingers on the savory finish. From Israel. Drink now. 250 cases made.—K.M.
OR HAGANUZ Cabernet Franc Galilee Marom 2013 Score: 89 | $30
Ripe boysenberry, currant and menthol notes are detailed with mocha and licorice accents in this concentrated but supple red. Hints of mineral and herb give interest on the moderately tannic finish. From Israel. Drink now through 2023. 1,000 cases made.—G.S.
RECANATI Petite Sirah Galilee Reserve 2014 Score: 89 | $32
Fresh and supple, with juicy boysenberry, cherry and raspberry notes interwoven with peppercorn, herb and smoke details. Zesty acidity highlights the mineral and mocha flavors on the finish. Assertive tannins. From Israel. Drink now through 2020. 1,125 cases made.—G.S.
TABOR Sauvignon Blanc Galilee Adama 2016 Score: 88 | $19
Crisp and fruity with grapefruit, chive and peach aromas highlighted by fresh acidity and underlying mineral and spice accents. Floral notes detail the finish. From Israel. Drink now. 750 cases made.—G.S.
TEPERBERG Cabernet Sauvignon Galilee Essence 2014 Score: 88/ $30
A rich, full bodied red with raspberry compote and cherry tart flavors edged with licorice and mocha details. Lusciously spicy, this casts floral and tea aromas on the chewy finish. From Israel. Drink now through 2022. 2,500 cases made.—G.S.
TISHBI Cabernet Judean Hills Ruby 2013 Score: 88 | $50
Juicy and rich-tasting, with plenty of dusty and savory notes to the roasted plum and dark cherry flavors. Smoky accents on the finish. From Israel. Drink now. 580 cases made.—K.M.
BODEGA DEL PALACIO DE LOS FRONTAURA Y VICTORIA Ribera del Duero Nexus One Kosher 2013 Score: 86 | $21
Dried cherry, orange peel, herb and cocoa flavors mingle in this firm red, which has solid tannins and tangy acidity. Expressive, if a bit rustic in style. From Spain. Drink now through 2021. 200 cases imported.T.M.