Mature Israeli wines tasting

This was our first time at the Traklin's new location.
Eli R, Aharon & Ina, Mati & Talia, Moshe B, Zeev K, Avi S, Rani S & myself.
Some showed for the first time and it was a nice social evening.
Overall, an enjoyable evening.

• 2007 Alpha Estate Syrah Xinomavro Merlot 86 Points

  Greece, Macedonia, Florina

  fruity mediterranean Merlot, rich, powerful, pleasant.

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• 2007 Segal's Cabernet Sauvignon Unfiltered Kosher 91 Points

  Israel, Galilee, Upper Galilee

  dark red-purple colour
  quality fruity aromas with some tertiary notes
  full bodied, high acidity level, firm tannins, well made, good complexity, balanced, good harmony, savoury flavours, mouth filling and enjoyable. Medium length finish.
  Quality wine.

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• 2006 Pelter Cabernet Franc T-Selection 90 Points

  Israel, Galilee

  Dark red-purple
  Ripe fruity aroma with subtle spicy green-pepperoni notes
  Full bodied, high acidity level, fruity savory flavors, well balanced, very good harmony, powerful, complex, round tannins, enjoyable long finish.

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• 2004 Château Golan Cabernet Sauvignon 88 Points

  Israel, Galilee, Golan Heights

  dark red-purple
  ripe fruits aroma
  full bodied, firm tannins, solid, rich, at peak, ok- but less than expected.

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• 2002 Golan Heights Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Yarden 84 Points

  Israel, Galilee

  over the peak - not enjoyable any more.

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