Wine expert David Rhodes introduces us to another red wine grape which is proving a winner in Israel, namely Cabernet Franc. Israeli Cabernet Franc is making inroads into the European market and you can read about this and other reds which are being produced successfully in Israel. L’haim!

A refreshing alternative to dry and semi-dry table wines, or even decadent dessert wines, is the expanding range of sparkling wines that has appeared and found traction at Israeli wineries. David Rhodes describes the provess of producing sparkling wines and lists, and highly recommends, a few of the best-known Isreali "bubblies".

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Even the most expensive premium wines in Israel can be bought for a fraction of the price that the top French and American Napa wines . All that may change when two Israeli wineries release their ultra premium wines that they hope will raise the price of top tier wines in this country

Wine expert David Rhodes shares some wines with chef Alan Gonen. Trained in France Alan Gonen has run his own restaurant, worked in first class hotels and is about to travel to China to launch the kitchen for the Israeli Embassy.

An introduction to successful woman wine makers thriving in Israel, and making a name for themselves in an industry previously more familiar as a male occupation.

Drink Up! Take The Wine Trek where David Rhodes explains about the wine you are drinking, the grape from which it originated and the geographical region where it was produced. From the Old Wine Regions of France, Italy, Spain and Portugal to the ‘newer ones of Israel, Australia and South Africa, it’s a stimulating journey.

If you ever wanted to learn why oak-aged wines are so appreciated, David Rhodes unveils this enigma. “Uncorking the Mystery of Oak Aged Wines,” will have you heading for the nearest wine bar to taste the spirit. Discover why the most appreciated of such wines come from the USA and France and why Israel is joining that prestigious group.