In this episode, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath and Dr. Kenny Friedman discuss the most recent news out of Israel in the terrible damage to Avivim Winery due to Hezbollah and the continued importance of supporting Israeli wineries. They also share their experiences drinking Israeli wines on Purim, focusing on one of Rabbi Bernath's Purim wines, the Petit Castel, 2020 from Israel's Domaine du Castel Winery. The conversation touches on the Bordeaux-style blends produced by Castel and the significance of unfiltered wines. The hosts then discuss Kenny's tasting of the Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte, 2009 and the expensive hobby of wine drinking. The conversation shifts to the differences between kosher and non-kosher blends of the same winery. They discuss the role of mashgichim in the kosher winemaking process. They conclude by emphasizing the endless topics to explore in the world of kosher wine and the importance of engaging with listeners.
Takeaways
Email your questions and comments to kosherwinepodcast@gmail.com
In this episode, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath and Dr. Kenny Friedman discuss the most recent news out of Israel in the terrible damage to Avivim Winery due to Hezbollah and the continued importance of supporting Israeli wineries. They also share their experiences drinking Israeli wines on Purim, focusing on one of Rabbi Bernath's Purim wines, the Petit Castel, 2020 from Israel's Domaine du Castel Winery. The conversation touches on the Bordeaux-style blends produced by Castel and the significance of unfiltered wines. The hosts then discuss Kenny's tasting of the Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte, 2009 and the expensive hobby of wine drinking. The conversation shifts to the differences between kosher and non-kosher blends of the same winery. They discuss the role of mashgichim in the kosher winemaking process. They conclude by emphasizing the endless topics to explore in the world of kosher wine and the importance of engaging with listeners.
Takeaways
Email your questions and comments to kosherwinepodcast@gmail.com