Celebrating new appellation, Negev winemakers uncork plans to take their bottles global (opens original article in a new tab)

Negev winemakers celebrate their region's official appellation status, aiming to expand globally with unique desert wines and diverse offerings.

• Negev region gains international wine appellation status, enhancing its global wine map presence.
• Local wineries like Yatir, Carmey Avdat, and Pinto are expanding their markets and offerings, including kosher options and agrotourism.
• The appellation process involved demonstrating unique Negev wine profiles, with some wineries focusing on ancient grape varieties and modern blends.