Alexander Winery
The Legacy of Upper Galilee
"Where the art of Italian jewelry merges with heroic viticulture to create cult wines with a volcanic soul."
Boutique Philosophy and Origin
Founded by Yoram Shalom in 1996, Alexander Winery represents the pinnacle of boutique viticulture in Israel. Under the quality standards promoted by the Israel Wine Institute, the winery was born as a tribute to Alexander Shalom, fusing technical precision with high-end aesthetics.
The Terroir: Kerem Ben Zimra
The secret of Alexander lies in the Upper Galilee, a region internationally recognized by the Israel Export Institute for its oenological potential. This terroir in Kerem Ben Zimra is distinguished by:
Volcanic Soils
The presence of basalt and terra rossa provides a deep minerality, a characteristic that Decanter Magazine critics have praised in their tastings of Alexander the Great.
Mountain Microclimate
At 800 meters above sea level, the climatic conditions of Northern Israel allow varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon to preserve their natural acidity.
Prestigious Collections
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Alexander the Great
The flagship. A wine of majestic power that rests for more than 24 months in barrels, following the aging standards of the WSET for long-aging wines.
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Amarolo
Masterful interpretation of the Appassimento style. A method detailed by the International Organisation of Vine and Wine (OIV) for the concentration of sugars and phenols.
Winery Innovation and Minimal Intervention Philosophy
In the cellar, Alexander Winery combines cutting-edge technology with a minimal intervention approach: controlled fermentations with precise temperatures, manual selection of clusters, and a measured use of French and American oak that respects the volcanic character of its grapes. This balance between science and tradition has allowed labels such as Alexander the Great to develop a complexity comparable to great European aging wines, consolidating the winery as a benchmark for boutique oenology in Israel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are all Alexander wines Kosher?
Yes. Alexander Winery holds certifications of high rigor under the supervision of agencies such as the Orthodox Union (OU), guaranteeing absolute purity in every bottle.
What aging potential do these wines offer?
Thanks to their technical structure, the The Great line has a potential of up to 20 years, a fact supported by specialists at JancisRobinson.com regarding high-end Israeli wines.