Peak 2018 (Psagot)

Kosher wine. Drink now or cellar for up to 10 years. No need to decant before serving. Psagot is one of Israel’s most exciting young boutique wineries which draws inspiration both from the country’s ancient viticultural traditions and modern European winemaking techniques and expertise. The winery is set in Binyamin in the Jerusalem Hills which according to legend is where Abraham himself once farmed and made wine. Ancient wine presses have been found on the estate as well as a cave which is now used as the winery’s cellar for ageing their delicious red wines. This majestic Israeli red is composed of Syrah, Petite Sirah, and Mourvedre grapes harvested from Psagot’s terraced vineyards set on the hillsides of Binyamin at 700-900 metres above sea level. Conditions here are ideal for quality winemaking since the grapes receive plenty of sunshine as well as cooling breezes from the Jerusalem Hills which preserves freshness and aromatics. Peak is made with varietals from southern France which thrive in the hot conditions here, producing a bold, full-flavoured wine with plenty of complexity and power. On the nose there are vibrant notes of cassis, blackberry and dark cherry while the first sip reveals a great intensity of flavour, firm tannins and a very smooth and long finish.