Judean Hills, Palestine. 100% Dabouki (indigenous to Palestine) The Cremisan monastery and winery was founded in 1885 by Fr. Antonio Belloni an Italian Salesian Monk. He opened the wine operation in an attempt to create a revenue source for the monastery’s orphanage. Cremisan is located on the northern slope of Mount El Ras just outside the city of Bethlehem and only 12k away from Jerusalem. The name Cremisan comes from the Arabic “Kerem Zan” meaning the Vineyard of Zan grapes, an indigenous Palestinian varietal. Cremisan was the first winery in the region to use indigenous Palestinian grapes, sparking both regional and international interest in Palestinian grapes. Hand picked in mid September. Full bodied, fresh and fruity. Notes of Dead Sea salt, lime zest, melon, peach, grapefruit & apricot. Perfect for sipping on a warm night on it's own or with sushi, pasta, cheese or pastries.