YATIR Yatir Cabernet Shiraz Merlot 2006 Set in a state-of-the-art winery at the foot of the Judean Hills (due south of Jerusalem), Yatir has in a very short time established itself as one of the top boutique wineries in Israel. Under the supervision of Eran Goldwasser, who trained at Roseworthy in Australia, the wines have achieved some of the highest ratings ever by an Israeli winery, with the 2003 Yatir Forest being awarded 93 points by Robert Parker. Anyone doubting the ability of Israel to produce world class wines should try these extraordinary bottlings. The Yatir wines are Kosher. Grape Varieties 40% Cabernet Sauvignon 40% Syrah 20% Merlot Food Matching Note: Serve with rich stews - excellent with boeuf bourguignon. Tasting Note: An oak-aged, full-bodied, fruity and spicy wine with complex aromas of ripe plums, cherries, blackberries, cinnamon, chocolate and coffee. Vinification Note: The vineyards lie in Yatir Forest - Israel's largest planted forest, situated south of Jerusalem - up to 900 metres above sea level. The wine is fermented in stainless steel and matured for 12 months in French oak barrels. Find this wine at www.winestore.co.uk Price: £27.86 (Including VAT at 20%)