The other Jews take on Bazelet HaGolan reserve Merlot 2007

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Our first wine: Bazelet HaGolan reserve Merlot 2007 Approx: $50.00

Upon opening (and a very short breathing spell) I observed that it possessed a super dark ruby red color almost holding back the light from the other side. It holds the glass nicely when swirled and rolled about. The wine has a nice fruity scent with a hint of peppercorn. My first taste is of a wine not overly dry but with a smooth lingering end. There was a little bite at the end but overall the tannins were very mild. I was expecting it to be a little more fruit forward in my mouth as is common in higher end Israeli wines. One thing that had excited me about this particular wine is that it is grown in volcanic soil. I was hoping for some scent or flavour from the soil as I have experienced in some Spanish varietals. I was disappointed that it was not present.

As I proceed to my second glass I conclude that it is a very nice wine, light on the palette. It would be nice with a spicy or full flavored meat dish such as a peppercorn crusted rib eye steak. As we near the bottom of the bottle (that's how we roll, waste not want not) I begin pairing it with a nontraditional food (Ziggy's happenin jalapeno kettle corn). The wine's lightness cuts through the spice of the jalapeno flavor (my wine snobbery coming through) quite nicely holding its own against the spice.

In conclusion it is a nice enjoyable wine that you can be proud to give as a gift for Shabbos or Yom Tov. I did not say to buy it and enjoy for yourself as I also feel it is overpriced at $50 probably a good buy for your own enjoyment at $30 or so. We will be reviewing many wines in many price points and hope you will follow our tasting journey and give us your opinions on any of these wines that you may have tasted. Please scroll down to see Jew two's opinion.

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Winery website: http://www.bazelet-hagolan.co.il/