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The Middle East has a winemaking history that stretches back millennia, with a modern revival underway across Israel and Lebanon. Choose a country below to explore.

The Middle East has a winemaking history that stretches back millennia, with a modern revival underway across Israel and Lebanon. Choose a country below to explore.

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Explore the countries of Middle East

Each is its own wine hub — drill down for that country's tours, wineries and where to stay.
🗺️Middle East breaks down into 2 country hubs — pick one to go deeper into that area.

Best time to visit Middle East

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The shoulder months either side of summer — and the Sep–Oct harvest — are ideal: active cellars, good weather, thinner crowds. High summer is busiest.

Middle East wine guides

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