Wine

Wine Talk: From little acorns

In Israel’s Upper Galilee, Lahat Winery is crafting a unique style of wine focused on freshness, and balance, showing a shift in how Israeli wine is made and enjoyed.

WINEMAKER, CONSULTANT, educator Itay Lahat, a leading and influential figure on Israeli wine scene.
The archaeological excavation at Ancient Shiloh, where three well-preserved storage jars dating back to the Middle Bronze Age were uncovered, June 12, 2026.

Ancient jars unearthed at biblical Shiloh days before annual wine festival

The Tempo group wines

Tempo to import kosher wines from around the world at surprising prices

Zafririm Winery

White wine: The experimental, the safe, and the one that doesn't try to impress


Mineral wines that go great with Shavuot dishes

Two elegant white wines from France land in Israel just before the season of dairy meals, and integrate with a trend of more moderate and mindful alcohol consumption as part of a balanced diet.

Domaine de Châtillon

Wine Talk: Wining in the kitchen

From bland beginnings to a food and wine boom, Israel’s culinary scene has transformed into a global dining destination.

Good-old cooking days: Old-school Israeli kitchen in more modest times.

Celebrating spring: New wine series bringing freshness to the table

Kamisa Winery from the Upper Galilee launches the COOL series – light and fresh white and rosé wines, especially suited for spring and summer.

Kamisa Winery.

Alcoholic Independence: Cheers to local beverages

In honor of the 78th Independence Day of the State of Israel, Mira Eitan raises a glass to the local wineries, breweries, and distilleries that turn local produce into a symbol of hope.

M&H Distillery

Four Israeli wines you shouldn’t miss

Several excellent wines reached her fridge before Passover, but the situation on the home front sidelined them. Now, Talya Levin uses the pause to revisit and recommend standout local bottles.

New Israeli wines

Brand news

The jungle as inspiration, what connects a tennis tournament to men’s fragrance, the trend that is stepping up a level, nuts and almonds in the service of beauty, and much more.

Black Market

Ashes of Pompeii: New study confirms ancient city's role within Rome’s global trade route

Remnants of a “grape-derived product” was also found within one of the burners, the study noted, consistent with literary and artistic depictions of wine being used for ritual purpose in Rome.

Incense burner found in Pompeii, containing residue of local plants and imported resin, April 7, 2026.

Wine Talk: Keep calm, drink wine

Most important is to choose a wine you like or that you would really like to try. This is far more important than buying something simply to impress anyone with you.

QUITE SIMPLE: The recipe is to pour yourself a glass of fine wine like Barkan Altitude in order to feel better

Jerusalem highlights: April 3 – April 9

What's new to do in Israel's capital?

Fruit-bearing tree with Hebrew blessing (see Friday)

Excellent Italian wine for holiday meals

The beautiful part of Italy sent a bottled greeting, right on time.

Tuscany