When sharing special holiday meals with family and friends during Rosh Hashana, why not round up some kosher wines to compliment and complete the gathering? Baron Herzog offers several very affordable option that will pair nicely with traditional dishes. Enjoy!
Baron Herzog 2016 “Special Reserve” Rose
Grape(s): Cabernet Sauvignon
Region: North Coast, California
Price: 10-15
Tasting Notes:
The nose brings together cherries, boysenberries, watermelon, and creamy vanilla. Elements of tart cherry, bramble berry preserves, and watermelon flow into suggestions of summer flowers and vanilla. Round and ripe, open a bottle with an appetizer of beet chips with spicy honey mayo.
Rating: 86
Baron Herzog 2015 Pinot Noir
Grape(s): Pinot Noir
Region: California
Price: 10-15
Tasting Notes:
A mix of strawberries, cherries, and pomegranates combine with elements of funky, floral earth on the nose. The palate takes shape with flavors of strawberry jam, ripe cherry, and cranberry sauce accented by floral spice and earthy elements. A lighter-style Pinot with a balanced acidity, pomegranate glazed salmon would make a nice pairing.
Rating: 87
Baron Herzog 2016 Rose of Cabernet
Grape(s): Cabernet Sauvignon
Region: California
Price: 10-15
Tasting Notes:
Notes of cherries and strawberries mingle with hints of bubble gum on the nose. Lots of strawberry flavors comes forth on the palate along with candied cherry. Quite friendly, with a touch of sweetness, it’s the bottle to open with a honey glazed chicken.
Rating: 86
Baron Herzog 2015 California White Wine
Grape(s): Chenin Blanc & Viognier
Region: California
Price: 10-15
Tasting Notes:
Elements of stone fruits, spring flowers, and marzipan weave together on the nose. A sip reveals flavors of apricot, honeysuckle, and almond torte. A good balanced of fresh and lush, pair a glass with your apple cake dessert.
Rating: 89