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Located in Israel’s Hefer Valley, the Recanati Winery is a showcase winemaking facility, equipped with the most innovative technology available today. Owned by Lenny Recanati, a native of Israel with ancestral roots stretching back to Italy, the winery is the fruit of Lenny’s life-long dream to produce truly world-class wines. Chief winemaker is Gil Shatsberg, a graduate of the U.C. Davis wine program. Formerly a winemaker at Israel’s Amphorae and Carmel wineries, Gil brings to Recanati proven expertise in his field, allied to a devotion to artistry and craftsmanship in winemaking.

The Recanati Yasmin series of wines is specifically produced to be “mevushal” – keeping it kosher, regardless of who serves it, an important consideration for kosher caterers and restaurants.

Recanati wines are certified kosher .

Production Area
Jezreel valley and Lachish vineyards, Israel

Grape Varieties
60% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon

Vinification
After primary and malolactic fermentations, the wine is flash-pasteurized by an in-line procedure and then immediately cooled to normal bottling temperature (about 65ºF).

Color
An appealing ruby red

Bouquet
Lively, youthful, fruit-filled fragrance

Taste
Supple and medium-bodied, with an abundance of ripe red berry fruit.

Serving Suggestions
A wonderful all-occasion red. Extremely versatile, this is a wine that will complement a wide array of dishes, especially meat and poultry.