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Binyamina was established in 1952 by Joseph Zeltzer, a Hungarian immigrant who wanted to continue to produce wine as he did in Hungary prior to the Second World War. Initially the winery was called Eliaz Winery (until the 1990′s) named after Joseph’s son, Eliezer Zeltzer, who fell during Israel’s War of Independence. After the war, Joseph [...]

Garnet in color with notes of strawberry, blackberry and chocolate on both the nose and palate. Full bodied with tannins that at times seem to be out of balance. The finish is long with tannins and spice rising. Note that this wine is mevushal.

Red and dark berries on the nose and palate, a hint of plum, and an element of sweetness on the finish. Smooth and medium bodied with a medium length finish. Definitely enjoyable, but quite pricey.  My recommendation is to thoroughly aerate before drinking; I opened the bottle 2+ hours in advance and the tannins were [...]