Ben Ami Merlot – Dry Red Wine from Israel 75 cl

Ben Ami Merlot from Israel

Ben Ami Merlot is a dry red wine from Israel with a fruity, smooth and approachable character. The wine is made from 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, combining the soft fruitiness of Merlot with the added structure of Cabernet Sauvignon. On the nose and palate, you’ll find mainly dark berries, cherries, spice and subtle earthy notes. The wine is pleasantly rounded without becoming heavy.

85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Sauvignon

Merlot forms the base of this wine and provides fruitiness, softness and a rounded texture. The 15% Cabernet Sauvignon adds extra structure and depth. The result is a harmonious red wine that works well both with food and on its own.

From Galilee

The grapes for this wine come from the Galilee region. This is one of Israel’s well-known wine-growing areas and is associated with ripe fruit and good structure. According to the label, the wine can continue to develop for around two to three years after bottling.

Tasting profile

Ben Ami Merlot is fruity, smooth, rounded and structured. Dark berries and cherries lead the flavour profile, complemented by gentle spice. Cabernet Sauvignon gives the wine extra backbone, while Merlot keeps the overall style soft and approachable.

Food pairing

This Merlot pairs especially well with beef, stews, game, pâté and mature cheeses. Pasta with a rich sauce, grilled meat and Mediterranean baked dishes also suit its fruity and lightly spiced character beautifully.

Serving and storage

Serve Ben Ami Merlot at around 16–18°C. This allows the dark fruit, spice and smooth texture to show at their best. Store the bottle in a cool, dark place. Once opened, keep it well sealed and refrigerated.

Kosher, kosher for Passover and mevushal

This wine is kosher, kosher for Passover and mevushal.

About Ben Ami

Ben Ami is part of the wine tradition associated with Segal and focuses on approachable Israeli wines with a clear varietal character. Within the range, the Merlot is the softer and fruitier red style, while Cabernet Sauvignon adds extra structure.

Why choose Ben Ami Merlot?

Ben Ami Merlot is a good choice for anyone looking for a fruity, smooth and versatile red wine from Israel. The combination of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon offers both softness and structure, making it an easy match with a wide variety of dishes.

Discover more Segal Winery wines and browse our selection of red wine from Israel.

Features

• Brand: Ben Ami
• Winery: Segal
• Type: dry red wine
• Country of origin: Israel
• Origin: Galilee
• Grape varieties: 85% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon
• Volume: 75 cl
• Alcohol: 12.5% vol.
• Style: fruity, smooth, rounded and structured
• Aromas: dark berries, cherries, spice and subtle earthy notes
• Finish: pleasant and fairly long
• Kosher: yes
• Kosher for Passover: yes
• Mevushal: yes
• Contains sulfites
• Serving temperature: approx. 16–18°C
• Food pairing: beef, stews, game, pâté, pasta and mature cheeses
• Development: can continue to develop for approx. 2–3 years
• Producer: C.Z.A.S. Ltd., Hulda, Israel
• EAN: 087752008171