Kosher for Passover Wines

Beyond Manishevitz and Baron von Herzog

By Jessica Zachary
Adults love the mandate of drinking four cups of wine at the Pesach Seder during Passover. But why down four glasses of cough syrup when there are an ambundance of more sophisticated palate-pleasing options that are still Kosher for Passover? But not just any Kosher wine will do during this holiday. Read on to discover the world of Kosher for Passover varietals.
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Kosher Wine Vs Kosher for Passover Wine

In order for a wine to be kosher, it must be created under a rabbi's immediate supervision, with only Sabbath-observant Jewish males touching the grapes from the crushing phase through the bottling.

While all wines require some sort of mold (yeast) for fermentation, kosher for Passover wine must be made from a mold that has not been grown on bread (such as sugar or fruit) and must exclude several common preservatives, like potassium sorbate.

All Israeli wines are Kosher for Passover and most (but not all) kosher wines are kosher for Passover. To be sure, check the label for the P.

Where can I purchase KP wine?


In New York City, the Upper West Side’s Bacchus Wine or Beacon Wine Store both have amazing selections. They also offer shipping discounts and delightful phone order service. Hale from outside of the Big Apple? The diaspora has us flung from Tel Aviv to Texas so you'll need the internet wine selection of Queen Anne Wine with its over 230 Kosher varieties. Don’t hesitate about ordering a tasty Kosher wine from Queen Anne for your Seder. There Kosher wines are all KP as well. And there wine menu pairing suggestions? Well ok I'm too young to get vklempt over something so domestic. But they are a lifesaver! For a sneak peek keep reading:

Top Recommended Kosher for Passover Wine with Suggested Menu:

•Binyamina Special Reserve Cabaret Sauvignon, Kosher for Passover, Israeli, 2000 Full, rich, dry and flavorful. A lovely Cabernet from this vineyard. This wine pairs wonderfully with traditional Pesach food such as roast lamb.

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• Bartenura Asti, Sparkling Wine, Kosher for Passover, Italy This wonderfully aromatic Italian bubbly is bright, crisp, and just sweet enough to pair well with ripe fruit. Best served with: Desserts Cold Roast Chicken, Fried Chicken, Cold Turkey Roast, Lemon Chicken. (Mevushal)

• Yarden Wine, Merlot 2003, Kosher Golan Heights, Israel
Yarden Merlot features ripe berry and plum characters layered with hints of orange peel and warm spices with a backdrop of rich oak and subtle vanilla. The wine is rich and complex, with a long, flavorful finish. Enjoy Yarden Merlot with a variety of rich foods, such as smoky grilled duck, wild mushroom-stuffed leg of Pascal lamb or pasta quattro formaggi. (NOT-Mevushal).

Special Event: Pre- Passover Kosher for Passover Wine Tasting

Wednesday, April 16
7:00 - 7:50 PM
8:00 - 8:50 PM
$15 (plus tax)

With Passover right around the corner, why not come to Bacchus and taste through some fabulous kosher wines for the holiday! Join us for this kosher speed tasting, where you will be able to taste through some amazing wines from all around the world! From Israel, Spain, California, and Bordeaux, just to name a few - these Cabernets, Chardonnays, Moscato D’Asti and more, will be sure to please! You will have the opportunity to visit different tasting stations and experience hand selected kosher wines from around the world.In addition, each participant will be presented with a Riedel Crystal wine glass from which to taste and take home at the end of the tasting.


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