September 10, 1999 • Page Image 137
…tohhel the entire %alah Oommainik a 7tcylpq and Zeafthq q&ta (Ije_ar Israel boasts 28 "boutique ,/ w i neries, launched by enthusiasts who are sidling into the mainstream. A smooth, fruity red from one of them, Meron, won a recent blind tasting at the Gerstels in Jerusalem. The range is increasing from year to year. As well as the familiar Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Chardonnay, growers are experiment- ing with such exotic varieties like C...…

















































