Established in 2008
Upper Galilee, Israel
Nestled in the ancient hills of the Upper Galilee, Kuzari Wines began its journey with a vision to revive the time-honored winemaking traditions of our ancestors. Our estate, established in 2008, sits upon the same terroir where Israelite vintners crafted wines thousands of years ago. Here, at elevations reaching 2,600 feet, our vineyards benefit from the perfect combination of Mediterranean sunshine and cool mountain nights.
Explore Our Wines
Each wine in our collection tells a unique story of our land, showcasing the exceptional qualities of grapes grown in the Galilee’s mineral-rich soil. Our portfolio represents both tradition and innovation, crafted with meticulous attention to detail and respect for ancient practices.
Cabernet Sauvignon
Our flagship wine expresses the bold character of the Galilee highlands, featuring rich dark fruit notes with hints of Mediterranean herbs.
SMS
A harmonious blend that captures the essence of three noble varieties, creating a wine of depth and complexity that honors both Bordeaux tradition and Israeli innovation.
Syrah Reserve
Carefully selected from our finest high-altitude plots, this reserve wine showcases intense aromatics and refined tannins, aged in French oak to perfect maturity.
Petit Verdot
A testament to the Upper Galilee’s unique terroir, this single-varietal wine offers profound depth and character, historically used in blending but standing proudly on its own.
CSB
Combination of the nobility of Cabernet Sauvignon with the Mediterranean spirit of Syrah, creating a wine bridging Ancient Worlds with Israeli boldness.
Cabernet Franc
This single-varietal wine offers profound depth and character. revealing layers of dark fruit and exotic spices that capture the essence of the ancient soils of the upper Galilee vineyards.
Experience the Process
Our winemaking approach combines ancient wisdom with modern understanding, where each step honors traditional methods while embracing contemporary expertise to achieve the highest quality.
Premium Grapes
Every grape is hand-harvested from our high-altitude vineyards, where the combination of intense sunlight, cool nights, and mineral-rich soil creates fruit of exceptional quality. Our sustainable farming practices respect both the land and the teachings of our ancestors.
Mashing
Using gentle, traditional pressing techniques, we extract the purest expression of our fruit, allowing the natural characteristics of each variety to shine through.
Fermentation
In temperature-controlled tanks, we harness both indigenous and selected yeasts to transform our precious fruit into wine, a process that echoes the ancient practices of our forebears.
Maturation
Our wines age gracefully in French oak barrels stored in climate-controlled caves, reminiscent of the ancient limestone caves that once served as Israel’s first wineries.
Preservation
We honor both tradition and innovation in our bottling process, ensuring each wine reaches you in perfect condition, ready to tell its story of time, place, and heritage.