Thinkers Distillery is an important addition to our drinks scene with products that can stand proud and represent Israel in bars around the world.
Sam Soroka is an artist, with a childlike joy in the things he appreciates, but he also is a sensitive soul who can be insecure. And he is making wine better.
One person who has invested in his personal knowledge in international forums and has come up with an innovative concept that could go worldwide is Moshe Weizman.
It is not a fair exercise because many varieties are first class in a number of regions. But I rose to the challenge and thought I would share my thoughts with you.
The wine bar’s kitchen is not kosher, although most of the dishes are vegetarian. They are closed on Friday nights but open on Shabbat day.
Tzora Vineyards really proves the maxim that less is definitely more. This is an example of the kind of winery that Israelis should be supporting with real pride.
For Israelis, I realize that talking about wine now is a futile exercise. But for supporters of Israel abroad, now is time to buy blue and white.
An Al-Jazeera columnist has accused the author of being “drunk on Zion” and “wine-washing the occupation.” I am exceedingly proud to wear these epithets.
I usually use the dry wine we are going to drink with the meal for Kiddush. Rosh Hashanah is the only time when I actually recommend a sweet wine for the blessing.
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