Situated in the Upper Galilee mountain range, Galil benefits from a sunny Mediterranean climate and cooling mountain breezes which help them craft expressive and elegant Israeli wines in harmony with nature.
Galil Mountain
These youthful wines capture the essence of Mediterranean winemaking with pure, vibrant flavors balanced by plenty of freshness which makes them a great choice for big family gatherings.
Galil
This collection showcases the variety of grapes that thrive in the Upper Galilee, ranging from crisp and vibrant Viognier to hearty Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah reds.
Flagship
These premium wines are crafted from Galil’s very finest mountain vineyards and are extensively aged in oak to produce intense, deeply-flavored wines that will age gracefully in the cellar.
Quick Facts About Galil Mountain and Galil Mountain Wines
How to Pronounce Galil Mountain: gah·leel
Located in: Upper Galilee, Israel
Established in the year: 2000
Sources grapes from: Upper Galilee
Head winemaker: Micha Vaadia
Galil Mountain’s Awards:
Galil Mountain Yiron 2015 was awarded a Gold medal by Challenge International du Vin.
Galil Mountain Ela 2015 was awarded a Gold medal by Selections Mondiales Des Vins.
Established in 2000 as a joint venture in partnership with the hugely successful Golan Heights Winery, Galil Mountain Winery is blessed with six vintages set at 420-800 metres of altitude. This setting is ideal for crafting exceptional wines thanks to the sunny Mediterranean climate and cooling mountain breezes which help preserve freshness and aromatic complexity in their award-winning wines.
What is Galil Mountain most known for?
One of Galil’s key values is sustainability and the winery strives to work in harmony with nature wherever possible. This includes using solar panels on the winery’s roof to power the building and careful treatment of all wastewater to avoid contaminating the surrounding countryside. The winery also works closely with the local community and supports the Har V Gai school with donations and study placements for students.
Most Popular Wines from Galil Mountain
Galil Mountain Yiron, the winery’s flagship bottling, is composed of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah grown at high elevation in the Upper Galilee which is aged in small French oak barrels for 16 months before release.
Galil Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon is a vibrant and youthful red with seductive cassis and blackberry notes and smooth, well-rounded tannins for everyday enjoyment.
Galil Mountain Alon is a powerful Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah blend with dashes of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot which ages in oak for 12 months to add extra depth and intensity.
Galil Mountain Ela is a harmonious full-bodied Barbera and Syrah blend which is bursting with ripe dark fruit flavors and gentle spiced notes from the 12 months of barrel maturation.
Galil Mountain Merlot is an incredibly smooth and easy-going red with luscious dark fruit seasoned with cloves and dried herbs which makes it a great match for pizza and pasta.
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