Wine tasting tour in the Jezreel Valley

• Published date: 21 April 2024
• Author: TALIA LEVIN
• Publication title: Jerusalem Post, The: Web Edition Articles (Israel)

I couldn't care less about the Iranians, nor do I care about vengeance and reactions. To be honest, I'm tired of planning my life around the personal disruptions of generals from various countries. So, this upcoming Passover, I'm making plans and just going with the flow. It's the most beautiful season of the year, and it seems to me that it wouldn't hurt any of us to drink a little more than usual, arrange meals with friends, and go out into nature

Where to wander this time? The Jezreel Valley is an area I particularly love and haven't explored much lately. Recently, I discovered a charming winery there that I hadn't known before, bearing the same name.

Jezreel Valley Winery, located in Kibbutz Hanaton, has a lovely visitors center just over an hour's drive from the center, a great place to unwind and breathe in some greenery. In 2012, the winery was established, and its agenda was the production of 100% Israeli wines suitable for the Mediterranean climate or as they say at the winery: "varieties that love plenty of sunshine."

Here are two warm recommendations I've checked out in advance: Sauvignon Blanc 2023, perfect for lounging on the lawn on the intermediate days of Passover. It's a balanced and refreshing wine with a subtle acidity. Whether you're there or just ordering home, go for the Sauvignon Blanc.

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