This is an interesting article and tasting notes by Daniel Rogov in Haaretz Newspaper about Castel Winery (Which we sell here) and some others...
Wine and Spirits / A micro-winery grows up
Thursday, August 20, 2009
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
The Latest Erle Wines have arrived in the U.S.
They just landed at the port in Oakland and will soon be ready to ship. You can purchase them here
I have attached here a description of all the Erle Wines:
Erle, Argaman, Aroyo Vineyards, Sharon, Israel, 2007
Argaman (means deep red in Hebrew) is the only unique Israeli wine grape varietal. It is a special hybrid developed by the Israeli Wine Institute between Carignan and the Portugese varietal of Souzao. This varietal is known to be very dark and is usually used as a blender.
Tasting Notes:
Deep, dark, succulent, purple ink color. Dark fruits, plum, pepper/jerky aromas. Sweet viscous, long and fat flavors.
Retail Price: $28
Erle, Merlot, Aroyo Vineyards, Sharon, Israel, 2007
This merlot is planted on a southern facing slope with great drainage. The vines were dry-farmed, and leaves were pulled to allow full sun penetration.
Tasting Notes:
Nice, dark red, purple hue. Deep bramble, blackberry aromas, with roasted herbs, tobacco and spicy cinnamon. Thick, rich and sweet vanilla character in the mouth with a touch of peppery spice.
Retail Price: $28
Erle, Carignan, Aroyo Vineyards, Sharon, Israel, 2007
Carignan used to be one of the most widely planted grapes in the world; probably because of its huge crop load. Most likely, the difficulty in balancing this vine and making a good wine has led to most of these vineyards being torn-out. This vineyard is over 30 years old and produces great fruit. I made this wine in a light, easy drinking style. It should go well chilled with a BBQ on a hot summer day.
Tasting Notes:
Medium to light ruby color. Aromas of rose hip, red fruit, creamy vanilla, roasted coffee, cedar, cigar box, tobacco smoke. Very creamy mouth feel with strawberry shortcake on the finish.
Retail Price: $28
I have attached here a description of all the Erle Wines:
Erle, Argaman, Aroyo Vineyards, Sharon, Israel, 2007
Argaman (means deep red in Hebrew) is the only unique Israeli wine grape varietal. It is a special hybrid developed by the Israeli Wine Institute between Carignan and the Portugese varietal of Souzao. This varietal is known to be very dark and is usually used as a blender.
Tasting Notes:
Deep, dark, succulent, purple ink color. Dark fruits, plum, pepper/jerky aromas. Sweet viscous, long and fat flavors.
Retail Price: $28
Erle, Merlot, Aroyo Vineyards, Sharon, Israel, 2007
This merlot is planted on a southern facing slope with great drainage. The vines were dry-farmed, and leaves were pulled to allow full sun penetration.
Tasting Notes:
Nice, dark red, purple hue. Deep bramble, blackberry aromas, with roasted herbs, tobacco and spicy cinnamon. Thick, rich and sweet vanilla character in the mouth with a touch of peppery spice.
Retail Price: $28
Erle, Carignan, Aroyo Vineyards, Sharon, Israel, 2007
Carignan used to be one of the most widely planted grapes in the world; probably because of its huge crop load. Most likely, the difficulty in balancing this vine and making a good wine has led to most of these vineyards being torn-out. This vineyard is over 30 years old and produces great fruit. I made this wine in a light, easy drinking style. It should go well chilled with a BBQ on a hot summer day.
Tasting Notes:
Medium to light ruby color. Aromas of rose hip, red fruit, creamy vanilla, roasted coffee, cedar, cigar box, tobacco smoke. Very creamy mouth feel with strawberry shortcake on the finish.
Retail Price: $28
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