Spicy and rich, with a smoky edge surrounding the currant and cherry compote flavors. Details of cedar, Kalamata olive and licorice mark the floral-tinged finish. Offers full, supple tannins. Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Merlot. Kosher. Drink now. 1,270 cases made, 273 cases imported.??–GS??Region: Israel / Galilee Select to Add

Ripe and balanced, with good definition to the blueberry and dark cherry flavors, which linger with some dark chocolate notes on the finish. Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Kosher. Drink now. 500 cases made, 166 cases imported.??–KM??Region: Israel / Galilee Select to Add

The results of a partnership between Golan Heights Winery’s Chief Winemaker Victor Schoenfeld and world-renowned winemaker and consultant Zelma Long, Rom (meaning “summit” in Hebrew) is a reference and tribute to the culmination of their relationship. The inaugural effort is a gorgeous wine composed of 37% Syrah, 34% Cabernet Sauvignon and 29% Merlot aged in French oak for 21 months. The result is a powerful, lush and concentrated wine loaded with black raspberry, blueberry, thin mint cookies and savory spice. Full weight with forward tannins and medium acidity, this is an Old World wine with a New World attitude.——L.B.(9/1/2010)—— 91