Kosher Chardonnay From Galilee

Not all kosher wines are suitable for Passover. Look for a "Kosher for Passover" designation on the label. That guarantees that the wine is free from chametz, or leavened ingredients. Recanati carries a kosher certification, ensuring all their wines are suitable for Passover and other Jewish holidays. 

The 2023 Recanati Galilee Chardonnay is hand-harvested from the high-altitude vineyards of Israel's Galilee region. The 100% Chardonnay grapes were taken from a single vineyard and aged eight months in French oak, on the lees. Alcohol hits 12.5% abv and the wine retails for $20.

This wine is pale yellow in the glass. The nose has lots of lemon, lime, and tropical aromas held together with minerals and a touch of salinity. The flavor package disappoints. Rather than bright, zingy fruit, we get a rather dull, savory palate. The taste of apricots does come through and the finish leaves traces of hazelnut. It is an odd wine, but not one that is completely off-putting. It pairs nicely with a plate of beans, but there are probably better choices. 

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