At  the Kosher Wine Society, we are seeing many praiseworthy kosher wines coming to North America from vineyards in Israel and worldwide. Our aim is to ensure that these new varieties reach new audiences and wine lovers. We are showcasing these fabulous wines at bachlorette parties, synagogue events, corporate events, building parties, fundraisers and celbrations of all kinds.

August was an exciting month for the Kosher Wine Society. We hosted two premier events highlighting and supporting important causes.

On August 11th Glenmorangie Distillery, Tishbi Estate Winery, Admiral imports and Godiva collaborated with the Kosher Wine Society to sponsor a benefit for Elem Youth in Distress in Israel. At the new Cigar Inn in New York City, guests enjoyed 7 different scotches and 8 different wines as well as amazing chocolates and a selection of fine cigars. Live jazz and a Chinese auction added further highlights to the evening’s entertainment.

On August 12th we were privileged to host “A Taste of Israel II” in support the American Friends of Beit Issie Shapiro, a center in Ra'anana, Israel that uses state of the art facilities to make a difference in the lives of children with special needs.

A Taste of Israel II was a fabulous success both from the point of view of fundraising, and as an opportunity for elegant enjoyment. In two fantastic apartment spaces in Union Square (15USW.com), more than 250 participants sampled our selection of the best wines from Israel.

Our guests tasted wines from Israel’s five famous wine-producing regions. Among our picks from the Negev, popular as a wine growing area from ancient times, we included Kadesh Barnea Cabernet and Shemesh Merlot 2007. Representing the Samson Region we served a selection of wines from the Binyamina Yogev series and from Barkan Winery. Wines selected from the Jerusalem Hills Region included Psagot Edom, Psagot Viognier and the Efron’s Cave Reserves Jerusalem series. Wines from the Region of the Galilee included Dalton Estate Fume Blanc Tabor alit Sauvignon Blanc and Tabor Galil Merlot. From the Shomron Region our selection included Tishbi Estates Shiraz, Cabernet, Chardonnay and Tishbi Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc.

Following on our highly successful August events, we are looking forward to September 9th 2009, “09/09/09,” when The Kosher Wine Society and the Soho Center for Jewish Life invite you to "New Wines for the New Year." In anticipation of a sweet year to come, join us in Soho as we celebrate with surprising wines, holiday foods and rich desserts.

True to the season, our wine list will introduce bright new vintages and fresh new wines, all as yet completely new to the United States. Our picks therefore need to be truly outstanding. So far our list includes Silver Cloud Heavenly White, Borgo Reale Pinot Grigio 2008, Lanzur Merlot 2008, Borgo Reale Primitivo Salento 2008, Dalton Alma Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot 2007, Chateau Haut Mont Saint Pey 2007, Sentieri Ebraici Del Vecchio - 100% Sangiovese, Dona Gracia - 100% Trebbiano, Gioia - Trebbiano/Maraschino sparkling blend and Kiddush Hashem Cellars Syrah 2004. And, with a whole world of innovative kosher wines to explore, the list will keep growing - there will be much more to come!!

"New Wines for the New Year." is sponsored by the Exceptional Brownie company, Kosher.com, Allied Importers and Atalanta Cheese Company,

For more information and to Register for the “New Wines for the New Year” please go to www.KosherWineSociety.com or call 646-484-WINE (9463).