Gilgal Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot (75cl, 14.5%)

Gilgal Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot is a kosher red blend from Israel's Golan Heights, made from equal parts Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. It is aged for 12 months in a combination of small French and American oak barrels. Golan Heights Winery, founded in 1983, helped establish the Golan Heights as Israel's most acclaimed wine-growing region. The vineyards sit at high elevation on volcanic basaltic soils, where cool-climate conditions allow grapes to develop intense flavour concentration while retaining bright acidity. The nose opens with deep-toned cherry and blackberry, followed by espresso, cocoa powder and subtle floral accents, with French oak and orange peel beneath. The palate is juicy and fruit-forward, with stewed plums and berry preserves, mocha, dark chocolate and sage, with satin-textured tannins. The finish is moderate to long, with coffee bean and dark chocolate, lifted by orange zest.