Segal Whole Cluster Syrah '18 - 90 Rated Wine Enthusiast
Judean Hills...Whole Cluster fermentation expresses an old and venerable winemaking technique, before the introduction of destemming equipment, where the grapes were fermented whole, with their stems. Grapes sourced from a single vineyard in the Judean Hills, fermented with their own stems for 3 weeks, then pressed gently and continued to age in French oak barrels for 15 months. Before bottling the wine was coarsely filtered, exhibiting a wine with minimal intervention- an authentic representation of variety, terroir and ancient winemaking technique.
Carmel Signature 2 Vats Rose
The 2 Vats series is based on Mediterranean grape varieties, which are exceptionally well suited to Israel's climate. An aromatic blend produced from 33% Tempranillo, 30% Grenache, 29% Marselan, 6% Caladoc, and 2% Chardonnay. The wines were developed in 2 large, stainless steel vats, without oak aging, to retain the fruity character of the grapes. The integration of varieties in this unique blend have produced a delicate, floral and fragrant rose' wine, displaying slight tropical aromas and refreshing acidity.
The Vats series are wines produced in limited quantities, and marked by Mediterranean style innovation.. Unique techniques used by winemakers in order to produce wines that are fruity, rich and refreshing.