Agriculture in Israel is a major export even though most of the land is unarable. Israel overcomes these unfavorable conditions with innovation that has led it to become a leader in agricultural technology.
Set near Zichron Yaacov, at the foot of the Carmel mountain ridge near the coast lies the Tishbi Winery. The history behind this vineyard dates back to 1882 when Michael Chamiletzk was chosen by Baron Edmund De Rothschild to plant and develop vineyards on this land. Rothschild, from the French Rothschild banking family was a generous supporter that helped the establishment of the State of Israel. With his donations and agricultural advice, the Tishbi vineyard were able to grow and prosper into an World Association Wine & Spirit Writers and Journalists award winning vineyard.
The WUJS participants took a tour of the vineyard and finished with a wine tasting. It was a great way to experience the softer side of the Israeli culture and to enjoy the beautiful rolling hills with good friends. Each glass was raised for heartfelt toasts as we soaked in the essence of Israel.
See pictures from our trip to Tishbi Wine Tasting
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