Weekend Wine Brunch in Hod HaSharon and Special Drink Recommendations

Looking for a weekend plan? Snillevitz Winery, located in Hod HaSharon's Neve Ne'eman complex, offers a vibrant Friday brunch combining boutique wines with a curated sharing menu crafted by chef Nitzan Raz.

The tasting room and wine bar, an offshoot of the family-run Snillevitz Winery from nearby Moshav Nave Yarak, pairs its local and international wine selection with dishes such as a cheese platter with cherry tomato jam, smoked fish with a half-soft egg, porcini and chestnut gnocchi with parmesan, and a white pizza topped with cheese, potatoes, shiitake, and truffles. On Thursdays, the bar hosts a happy hour with 30 percent off food and alcohol, while Friday brunch features a six-wine tasting flight for 150 shekels per person.

For whisky enthusiasts seeking a distinctive weekend pour, the iconic Islay distillery Lagavulin has released its 2023 special release as part of Diageo's annual collection. Dubbed 'The Ink of Legends' and bottled at a cask strength of 56.4 percent alcohol, this 12-year-old single malt was aged in American oak casks and finished in Don Julio Añejo tequila barrels. The result is a complex flavor profile marrying peaty smoke, maritime salinity, and citrus with fruity sweetness, pepper, and herbal spices, priced around 700 shekels for a 750ml bottle.

Meanwhile, wine lovers looking for a seasonal refresh can turn to the 2025 M Rosé from Provence's Château Minuty. This limited edition features a bottle designed by Italian artist Lucia Vanti, continuing the brand's tradition of turning its iconic bottle into an artistic canvas inspired by Mediterranean culture. Crafted from a blend of Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault, and Tibouren, the kosher rosé delivers vibrant red fruit aromas, balanced acidity, and a refreshing finish at 12.5 percent alcohol, available for 95 shekels.