In Israel’s Golan Heights, winemaking is a longstanding tradition. The region’s cool, high-altitude climate and volcanic basalt soils create an excellent terroir that yields expressive, full-flavored wines. At the Golan Heights Winery, skilled vintners manage 28 distinct vineyards across 1,500 acres, producing fully kosher wines that reflect the unique characteristics of each site. Since releasing their first Yarden Sauvignon Blanc in 1983, the winery has received numerous awards from respected competitions worldwide, recognizing the quality and consistency of its wines.
Visitors can stop by the Visitor’s Center or arrange a visit in advance. A standard guided tour includes an hour-long walkthrough of the winery and a tasting. For a more immersive experience, the Premium Visit lasts two hours and pairs a gourmet meal with premium wine tastings in a VIP room or the wine cellar. The Professional Wine-Tasting Visit focuses on the production process, offering a tour of the facilities, a visit to the oak barrel cellar and a guided tasting of several wines. For those who prefer a vineyard-focused outing, a two-hour Vineyard Tour travels across the estate in an all-terrain vehicle and concludes with a tasting.
Tours are offered in multiple languages, including Hebrew, English, Russian, German and Swedish, making the experience accessible to international guests. The Visitor’s Center welcomes visitors daily except on Saturdays, memorial days and Jewish holidays. Whether you are a casual wine drinker or an enthusiast seeking in-depth knowledge, the Golan Heights Winery provides a range of options to explore its history, winemaking techniques and award-winning wines.