domaine du castel petit castel 2020 750ml

In 1988, Eli Ben Zaken planted the first modern-day vineyard in the Judean Hills. Just four years later, Eli, his family and friends harvested the grapes for what would become his first wine: Grand Vin. The estate's vineyards are planted on the mountains of Jerusalem — facing the Mediterranean Sea at an altitude of 750 meters above sea level — in soil that is a combination of terra rossa, clay and limestone. Today, Castel owns over 400 acres of vineyards planted to Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Chardonnay. Eli and his family aim to create wines with a strong sense of place, but also a down-to-earth modesty.

Petit Castel is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot. Perceived as the Grand Vin's younger brother, it is really the product of a different winemaking philosophy. More fruit and more tamed and elegant tannins, it is a hearty wine. Aged 16 months in French Oak Barrels, it has a full body and deep purple color, followed by rich black fruit, cherry and plum and a long finish.

Certified Kosher for Passover

750ml Bottle