WINE IS A BRIDGE

The mountainous area running down the spine of the country is part of what is known internationally as the West Bank. Those on the right of the political scene call the region Judea & Samaria, names which emphasize Jewish roots, from the time of the Israelites and Judeans. Whether you call it the West Bank or Judea & Samaria (Yehuda v’Shomron), depends where you stand politically. These are politically charged names which when used, which will instantly betray your political persuasion. Personally, I prefer to call the region Central Mountains. This is a description that explains the topography, which is wholly appropriate for a wine region.