Ad-Hoc - spontaneous wine meeting

my new rented apt in Petah Tikva
Tasted Tuesday, August 12, 2025 by Yagil with 75 views

Introduction

called for a spontaneous Ad-Hoc wine-meeting a day before - 4 friends arrived

Flight 1 (1 Note)

  • 2023 Cantine San Marzano Salice Salentino Rose di Primitivo Tramari 89 Points

    Italy, Puglia, Salice Salentino

    Appearance: Pale salmon-pink with luminous highlights.
    Nose: Fresh strawberries, raspberries, pomegranate, rose petals, light herbal lift.
    Palate: Juicy red berries balanced by citrus zest; supple yet refreshing.
    Texture: Smooth, round mid-palate with a subtle mineral edge.
    Finish: Clean and lingering, with cherry blossom and a faint saline note.
    Style: Elegant, fruit-forward rosé with Mediterranean freshness.

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Flight 2 (1 Note)

  • 2016 Ellena Giuseppe Barolo La Morra 91 Points

    Italy, Piedmont, Langhe, Barolo

    Pale red-brown
    Delicate yet expressive bouquet of wild berries, cassis, tilled earth, and blue floral notes (violet)
    Richly concentrated with black cherry jam, licorice, tobacco, and hints of mint-leather interplay
    Close-grained, soft tannins that provide structure without harshness
    Well-integrated layers of aromatic finesse and balanced acidity — precise and focused for a Barolo at this price point
    Made from organic fruit, primarily from the Ascheri and Motturone sites; aged 24 months in French barrique and Slavonian botte
    requires 12-24 hours of air
    can drink now - better age 3-7 years more for optimality

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Flight 3 (1 Note)

  • 2016 Stern Winery Cabernet Sauvignon 91 Points

    Israel, Galilee, Golan Heights

    Deep garnet hues glimmer in the glass, hinting at the wine’s elegant ripeness.
    Rich aromas of blackberries and plums fold into layers of cedar, clove, and toasted oak.
    The first sip reveals a muscular yet balanced structure—firm tannins perfectly supporting waves of dark fruit.
    A crisp thread of acidity adds vibrancy, while subtle oak-derived spice lingers on the palate. The wine’s persistent finish offers notes of chocolate and a touch of menthol, fading gracefully into warm, silky tannin echoes.
    This Cabernet reflects the Upper Galilee terroir beautifully—bold, refined, and made for both now and the cellar.
    Requires 2-3 hours of air. Holds beautifully over 24 hours.
    Can drink now - suitable for further 3-6 years of aging.

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Flight 4 (1 Note)

  • 2020 Weingut Günther Steinmetz Brauneberger Juffer Riesling "GB" 91 Points

    Germany, Mosel Saar Ruwer

    Appearance: Pale straw, crystal clear
    Aroma: Peach, green apple, apricot, hints of tropical fruit
    Palate: Juicy orchard fruits with earthy-mineral backbone
    Finish: Bright citrus lift with subtle petrol nuance; vibrant, lingering finish.
    Can drink now - suitable for further aging.

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Flight 5 (1 Note)

  • NV Graham Porto 30 Year Old Tawny 93 Points

    Portugal, Douro, Porto

    Appearance: Deep amber-tawny with golden rim.
    Nose: Intense aromas of dried figs, caramelized nuts, toffee, orange peel, roasted coffee, and hints of sweet spice.
    Palate: Silky and layered, with flavors of dried apricot, butterscotch, candied citrus, and warm spices.
    Texture: Rich, velvety, yet lifted by elegant acidity.
    Finish: Long, lingering, with notes of hazelnut, vanilla, and mellow oak.
    Overall: A benchmark aged tawny, perfectly balanced between sweetness, maturity, and freshness.
    Can drink now or hold.

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Closing

we enjoyed a great company and lovely wines together

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