Below are various wineries and wine tours here in Israel. Contact Your Israel Tours to book this and many other custom tours for your group.
Wine Tours by Region:
Jerusalem and the Judean Lowlands
Flam Winery Established by the Flam family, this winery offers a range of wines including a popular Classico red blend. The winery has a European vibe and is set in a picturesque location Gush Etzion Winery: A boutique winery with historical significance, offering a variety of wines and a beautiful terroir Bin Nun Winery A smaller, boutique winery known for its quality kosher wines. They produce around 16,000 bottles per year
Mony Winery is a family-owned boutique winery located in the beautiful Sorek Valley near Beit Shemesh, Israel. Founded by Shakib Artoul, the winery is known for its high-quality vineyards and diverse grape varietals. The winery produces kosher wines that are fermented in stainless steel and aged in French oak barrels, resulting in rich, fruity wines full of character
Tzora Vineyards located high in the Judean Hills, Tzora Vineyards offers a variety of wines that reflect the unique terroir of the region. They provide guided tastings by appointment Domaine du Castel This winery is known for its Bordeaux-style blends and Chardonnay. It’s a family-run operation with a beautiful setting and a state-of-the-art winery
Ella Valley Winery is located in the historic Ella Valley region of Israel, known for its rich viticultural history dating back thousands of years. The winery was established in 1998 and has since become one of Israel’s leading wineries, producing about 300,000 bottles of premium wine annually. The winery is an estate winery, meaning it produces wine exclusively from its own vineyards, ensuring high quality and control over the entire winemaking process. They offer a variety of wines, including red, white, and rosé, and about 20% of their production is exported, mainly to the United States. Barkan Winery The winery is known for its extensive vineyards, covering over 10 square kilometers, and its commitment to producing high-quality wines from a variety of grape breeds. The Barkan Visitor Center provides a rich experience where you can learn about the winemaking process and taste their diverse selection of wines
Central Israel Wines Ben Chaim Winery, is located in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel. This family-owned winery is known for its high-quality, handcrafted wines, The winery sources its grapes from vineyards in the Upper Galilee, including Kfar Shamai and Ramot Naftali. They grow a variety of grapes such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petite Sirah, and Chardonnay. The unique micro-climatic conditions and calcareous soil in these regions contribute to the exceptional quality of their wines.
Alexander Winery is a well-known boutique winery located in Moshav Beit Yitzhak in the Sharon region of Israel. Founded in 1996 by winemaker Yoram Shalom, it has grown from a small family venture into one of Israel’s most established wineries
The winery is renowned for its high-quality wines, blending tradition with innovative technology. The winery also offers wine tastings, tours, and hosts events in a picturesque setting among pecan trees and vineyards. Binyamina Winery, established in 1952, is one of Israel’s renowned wineries. Located in the town of Binyamina, it sources grapes from various regions across Israel, including the Golan Heights, Upper Galilee, Judean Hills, and more
The Cave Winery in Israel is a boutique winery located in a historic cave in the Menashe Hills near Bat Shlomo. This unique winery produces wines primarily from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot grapes. The vineyards, situated in the Upper Galilee and southern Israel, are over 15 years old, contributing to the wine’s distinctive character. The Cave’s wines are well-regarded, with their Dry Red Blend being particularly popular. This blend is noted for its oaky notes, including hints of oak, vanilla, and tobacco. The winery’s limited production ensures high quality, with yields never exceeding 700 kg per dunam (0.1 hectares).
Tishbi Winery, located in Binyamina, Israel, is one of the country’s prominent wineries. Established in the 1980s by Jonathan Tishbi, a fourth-generation vintner, the winery has a rich history that dates back to the late 19th century when the Tishbi family was commissioned by Baron Edmond de Rothschild to plant the first modern vineyard in Israel. The winery produces about 1 million bottles of wine annually, which are sold in 25 countries1. The Tishbi Winery Visitors Center offers a rural atmosphere and a warm welcome, featuring a store with a wide range of Tishbi wines, wine accessories, preserves, olive oil, Valrhona chocolates, and seasonings. They also have a kosher dairy gourmet restaurant and a bakery.
Bat Shlomo Vineyards is a boutique winery located in the town of Bat Shlomo, Haifa District, Israel. It was founded by high-tech entrepreneur Elie Wurtman and Napa Valley winemaker Ari Erle. The winery is known for its commitment to excellence, utilizing eco-friendly farming methods and advanced winemaking techniques to produce some of Israel’s finest wines1. They offer a unique wine tasting experience, allowing visitors to enjoy their diverse selection of wines, including Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and various blends. The winery also uses innovative egg-shaped concrete tanks for fermentation, which helps maintain a cool and steady temperature, enhancing the wine’s quality. Carmel Wines is Israel’s oldest and one of its most celebrated wineries, founded in 1882 by Baron Edmond de Rothschild1. They produce a diverse range of kosher wines, from easy-drinking reds and whites to special limited edition releases. Located in the quaint town of Zichron Yaakov.
Golan and North Region
Ohr HaGanuz Winery is a boutique winery located in the Upper Galilee region of Israel, near Mount Meron. Established in 2005, it produces high-quality wines using grapes grown in the surrounding vineyards. The winery is known for its meticulous production process, which includes organic practices and minimal use of sulfites. The winery offers a variety of wines, including the Amuka, Marom, and Orot series, each with unique characteristics and flavors. They also have a visitor center where you can taste their wines and learn more about their winemaking process.
Abouhav Winery is a charming boutique winery located in the historic city of Safed, Israel. Nestled in the heart of the Kabbalists Quarter, this winery is housed in a 16th-century building, adding to its unique charm. The winery produces about 15,000 bottles annually, focusing on traditional methods. The grapes are hand-cultivated, fermented, and aged for 18 months in oak barrels, which adds depth and complexity to the wines. The wines are kosher and made with a high level of sanctity throughout the entire process.
Golan Heights Winery is a prominent Israeli winery located in Katzrin, in the Golan Heights. Established in 1983, it is known for producing high-quality wines under the labels Yarden, Gamla, and Golan. The winery sources its grapes from 16 vineyards in the Golan Heights and one in the Upper Galilee. The winery has played a significant role in the Israeli wine industry, being credited with starting the “quality revolution” in Israeli wine production.
Matar Winery, founded in 2012, is a boutique winery created by Pelter Winery. Located in the northern Golan Heights, Matar Winery specializes in producing kosher wines. The winery offers a variety of wines, including reds, whites, and rosés, each crafted with distinct production methods and grape varieties. Visitors to the winery can enjoy wine tastings, tours, and even private events. The winery’s setting in the Golan Heights provides a beautiful backdrop for these experiences. Dalton Winery is a well-known winery located in the Galilee region of Israel, specifically in the Dalton Industrial Park. The winery is celebrated for its high-quality wines made from grapes meticulously grown and harvested from their own vineyards. Dalton Winery offers a variety of wines, each with unique flavors and characteristics, crafted under the guidance of winemaker Guy Eshel and viticulturist Nahum Nave. They also have a visitor center where you can enjoy wine tastings and learn more about their winemaking process.
Wineries in the Shomron
Tanya Winery is a boutique winery located in the heart of Israel located in Ofra. It was established in 2001 by Yoram Cohen and named after his daughter, Tanya. The winery started with a modest production of 800 bottles per year and has grown significantly over the years. The winery is known for its unique selection of wines, which are produced with great care and attention to detail. The winery is known for its unique selection of wines, which are produced with great care and attention to detail. They offer a variety of wines, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Chardonnay, among others
Shiloh Winery, located in the Shilo region of Israel, is known for its high-quality wines that blend ancient traditions with modern techniques. The winery produces a variety of wines, including their notable red wines like the Mor label and the flagship Mosaic, a Bordeaux-style blend.
Gvaot Winery is a boutique, family-owned winery located in Givat Harel, in the heart of Samaria, Israel. Established in 2005 by entrepreneur Amnon Weiss and Chief Winemaker Dr. Shivi Drori, the winery is known for its high-quality wines produced from ancient grape varieties native to the region. The winery is situated around 800 meters above sea level, benefiting from a unique terroir that combines advanced technology with traditional winemaking techniques. Gvaot Winery produces approximately 100,000 bottles of wine annually, ensuring each bottle receives personal care and attention. Tura Winery is a family-owned estate winery. Founded by Vered and Erez Ben-Saadon in 2003, it is known for producing high-quality boutique wines. The winery’s vineyards are situated in the Bracha village, 850 meters above sea level, which provides an optimal climate for growing premium wine grapes. Tura Winery produces a variety of wines, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Shiraz, and Chardonnay.
Har Bracha Winery, located on Mount Gerizim in the hills of central biblical Israel, offers a unique blend of rich history and modern winemaking. The winery is known for its stunning views overlooking the Jordan Valley and the Mediterranean Sea, as well as its award-winning wines. Founded by the Lavi family in 2007, Har Bracha Winery produces around 50,000 bottles a year from grapes grown in their own vineyards, making it an estate winery. The winery’s unique climate of hot days and cool nights contributes to the quality of their wines.
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