Yatir winery
Yatir Winery is an Israeli boutique winery in Tel Arad, Israel, partly owned by Carmel Winery.
The general manager is Ya’acov Ben Dor, a pioneer of forest agriculture, who initiated the planting of vineyards in 1997. The winemaker is Eran Goldwasser, a graduate of Adelaide University, Australia. [1]
The winery currently produces two levels: Yatir and Yatir Forest, the latter being the winery's flagship series. The winery produces a total of 120,000 bottles annually but plans to expand to 150,000 bottles within the next 3 years.[2]
Yatir's wine has received top accolades from critics such as Robert Parker.[3]It is the first Israeli wine to be listed in the main selection of Selfridges in London.[4]
On the grounds of the winery, 180 ancient wine presses have been discovered. [5]
See also
References
- ^ Israeli Wine - Pride of Israel
- ^ Rogov, Daniel (2009). Rogov's Guide to Israeli Wine. London, England: Toby Press. p. 467. ISBN 11592642526.
{{cite book}}: Check|isbn=value: length (help); Cite has empty unknown parameter:|coauthors=(help) - ^ Israel's Wine Industry Recognized By U.S. Critic
- ^ Israel and the Palestinian Territories
- ^ Upstart Wineries Drench Previously Arid Country