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Odem Mountain is the first Israeli winery invited to James Suckling’s “Great Wines World New York” event.

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The Odem Mountain Winery visitor center in the Golan Heights in 2022. Credit: Courtesy of the Heritage Conservation Outside the City/Pikiwiki Israel via Wikimedia Commons.

Odem Mountain Winery in Israel’s northern Golan Heights has made history as the first Israeli winery ever invited to participate in James Suckling’s “Great Wines World New York,” one of the wine industry’s most prestigious global tasting events. The event is scheduled to take place on June 11-12 at the iconic Glasshouse venue in New York City.

Hosted by renowned wine critic James Suckling, “Great Wines World” features a curated selection of top-tier wines from around the globe, each rated 92 points or higher by the JamesSuckling.com editorial team. The event offers a walk-around tasting experience, drawing wine professionals, connoisseurs, and enthusiasts from across the industry.

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The Odem Mountain Winery’s Alfasi wine will be sampled at the “Great Wines World New York” event. Credit: Courtesy.

Represented in the United States by Royal Wine Corp, the leading producer, importer, and exporter of kosher wines, Odem Mountain Winery is celebrated for crafting exceptional wines that reflect the unique terroir of its region. At the New York event, Odem Mountain will present two standout labels:

  • Odem Mountain Special Edition Alfasi, the winery’s flagship wine
  • Odem Mountain Reserve Nebbiolo

Founded in 2003, Odem Mountain released its first kosher vintage in 2007. The family-run winery, nestled in a lush forest, is operated by the Alfasi family. Winemaker Adam Alfasi will attend the New York tasting to introduce his family’s wines to the international audience.

The “Great Wines World” events are held annually across the United States and Asia, attracting over 20,000 attendees each year. Known for their high energy and festive atmosphere—often compared to a “rock concert of wine,”—these events provide a rare opportunity to meet and mingle with the world’s leading winemakers.

Media Contact: Vicki Jakubovic at Vicki@Vickigjpr.com.

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Largest manufacturer, importer and exporter of kosher wines and spirits. Founded in 1848, Royal Wine Corp.’s mission is to be the premier manufacturer, importer and distributor of specialty wines, spirits and liqueurs from around the world. The commitment to perfection and family tradition spans more than eight generations and has experienced growth since its beginning. Royal’s portfolio of domestic and international wines ranges from traditional wine-producing regions of France, Italy and Spain to up-and-coming ones like Israel, New Zealand and Argentina. Its spirit and liqueur portfolio offers scotches, bourbons, tequilas and vodkas, as well as hard-to-find specialty items, such as flavored brandies and liqueurs. The company owns and operates the Kedem Winery in upstate New York, as well as Herzog Wine Cellars in Oxnard, California, a state-of-the-art facility featuring guided wine tours, a fully staffed modern tasting room, gift shop and catering facilities. Additionally, the winery houses the award-winning restaurant Tierra Sur, serving the finest, Mediterranean-inspired, contemporary Californian Cuisine.
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