Founded back in 1896 by Baron Edmond de Rothschild, Carmel is Israel’s oldest and most celebrated winery and produces a diverse array of kosher wines ranging from easy-drinking reds and whites to special limited edition releases.
Selected
Carmel’s Selected wines are Israel’s top selling brand thanks to their young, fruity and easy-going character.
Appellation
After over a century of making wine in Israel, Carmel’s winemakers know their land intimately and their Appellation range showcases Israel’s incredible diversity of terroirs.
Single Vineyard
These wines are crafted from Carmel’s very finest vineyards which consistently produce exceptional quality fruit.
Private Collection
Created with quality and value for money in mind, Carmel’s Private Collection are regular winners of global wine awards thanks to their delicious flavor profile.
Limited Edition
Carmel’s flagship wine is the Limited Edition, a stunning Bordeaux-blend with a distinctive Israeli character which will age beautifully over the next decade or so.
Quick Facts About Carmel and Carmel Wines
How to Pronounce Carmel: kar·mehl
Located in: Zichron Yaakov, Israel
Established in the year: 1896
Sources grapes from: All over Israel
Head winemaker: Yiftach Peretz
Carmel’s Awards:
Carmel Kayoumi Single Vineyard Shiraz 2008 was awarded Best Red Rhone Varietal at the Decanter World Wine Awards 2010.
Carmel Appellation Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 2014 received 92 points from Wine Enthusiast.
Carmel Chardonnay Admon Vineyard 2014 received 91 points from Wine Enthusiast.
Shiraz Kayoumi 2013 received 92 points from the International Wine Competition (IWC).
How did Carmel Start?
Founded by Baron Edmond de Rothschild of the world-famous Chateau Lafite in Bordeaux, Carmel Winery has played a critical role in modern Israeli winemaking. In the 1890s the estate was one of the first pioneers to reintroduce commercial viniculture to the region and continued innovation and excellence across the past century has made Carmel a household name in Israel.
What is Carmel most known for?
In the 19th century Baron Edmond de Rothschild sent French grapevines and winemaking expertise to the estate and this early French influence has shaped the winery’s philosophy and approach to this day. Carmel is best known for their elegant and ageworthy Bordeaux-style wines which regularly win top international awards.
Most Popular Wines from Carmel
King David Sacramental is a deliciously sweet mevushal wine which is ideal for the Sabbath thanks to its rich fruity flavors and smooth texture.
KosherWine.com is proud to carry Carmel's extremely versatile lines of wines. From Carmel King David to Carmel Limited Edition, we've got the Carmel wines you are looking for! Find out more about Carmel Winery in our discover section.
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