How far is it from Haifa?

The winery is in the moshav of Ramot Naftali in the Upper Galilee, roughly 87 km / about 84 minutes' drive from Haifa.

Do I need to book in advance?

Yes, visits are by advance booking; the official site has a "Book a Visit" option. For groups and families booking is required, so arrange your time ahead.

Are the wines kosher?

Yes, the wines are kosher from the 2009 vintage onward, and the winery is closed on Saturdays (Shabbat). The specific kosher authority isn't named in the public sources — if it matters to you, confirm with the winery before visiting.

What is the winery known for?

It's a small family winery (around 10,000 bottles a year) where owner Itzik Cohen hosts guests personally. It's known for its red wines — above all the Duet blend — and for the ambition to turn the Kedesh Valley into a distinct Israeli wine appellation.

Ramot Naftaly Winery

Q: What does a visit include?

A tasting paired with a tour of the winery and vineyard: you're shown the stages of production, the wines are poured (usually by the owner himself), and the tasting is served with cheese and olives. It usually takes about 1–2 hours.

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Ramot Naftaly Winery is a small family-run boutique winery in the moshav of Ramot Naftali, in the Upper Galilee. It was founded in 2003 by Yitzhak (Itzik) Cohen, who moved into winemaking from agriculture, with early guidance from winemaker Tal Pelter. The vineyards sit in the Kedesh Valley, between the moshavim of Ramot Naftali and Dishon, on terra rossa soils, and Cohen's ambition is to make the Kedesh Valley a distinct Israeli wine appellation. This is a small operation: around 10,000 bottles a year, mostly reds. Varieties include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Shiraz, Petit Verdot, Malbec, Barbera and Nebbiolo. The signature wine is the Duet blend (Merlot/Cabernet); the Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve is often mentioned too, while critics single out the Malbec and Petit Verdot for particular praise. The range also includes Kedesh, Primo, Chardonnay and a Nebbiolo Rosé. A visit is a tasting paired with a tour of the winery and vineyard: you're shown the stages of production, the wines are poured (usually by the owner himself), and the tasting comes with cheese and olives. It typically takes about 1–2 hours. There's a visitor center and shop on site. Itzik Cohen leads the tours personally, and reviews consistently note the warm, family atmosphere; the Kedesh Valley offers panoramic views over the Hula nature reserve and Mount Hermon.

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