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- Clos de Gat Har’el Merlot 2014, Judean Hills
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The Winemaker
Eyal Rotem is the eponymous owner, viticulturalist and winemaker who concentrates on carefully matched grape varieties to specific plots, low yields, natural yeasts and subtle use of oak to bring out the best in the wines. The red wines are made using both open and closed stainless steel, temperature controlled fermentation tanks. After barrel ageing the wines are transferred to settling tanks for several weeks prior to being bottled unfiltered.The Region
The Judean hills and valley, with Jerusalem nestling in the middle, are often likened to the rolling Tuscan hills, and have supported grapevine cultivation for thousands of years. The combination of thin topsoil on limestone-bedrock, coupled with an ideal micro-climate makes it possible to grow grapes of outstanding quality. The climate is Mediterranean, with hot, sunny days and the higher altitude allows for fresher styles.
Lamb Sosaties
Sosaties scream out for a red wine, so give a medium bodied red with lots of fresh fruit and spice a go. Israeli Merlot will be a beautiful match.Full recipe

Baked Stuffed Aubergine With Walnut and Roquefort
With a lot of strong, rich flavours in this baked dish, you need to match the salty cheese with acidic tomato, savoury aubergine and nuts. Try a medium to full-bodied red with enough fruit flavour to contrast with the saltiness in the cheese. We'd recommend the Clos de Gat Har’el Merlot.Full recipe

Skirt Steak with Chimichurri Sauce
This robust, flavoursome cut is nicely balanced by the punchy, herby sauce. Skirt needs a relatively well-structured red to soften the meat flavours, so plump for oaky Garnacha or new world reds but remember not to go too full-bodied or risk drowning out the green sauce. The Clos de Gat Har’el Merlot will be a fine match.Full recipe