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The Combat Antisemitism Movement (CAM) hosted a reception on Tuesday in Tel Aviv supporting Israeli wineries impacted by the ongoing war in Gaza and on the northern border.
The unique event — held at the Dubnov Gallery — highlighted the perseverance of Israel’s wine industry over the past eight months, with speakers sharing personal tales of heroism, and showcased the vital role wine plays in communities across Israel.
CAM CEO Sacha Roytman tweeted afterward:
“Today, we had the privilege of hosting a significant event for the diplomatic community in Israel, celebrating the remarkable resilience of the Israeli wine industry. Despite the challenges posed by the war, the inspiring stories of our wineries serve as a testament to Israel’s unyielding spirit and enduring strength.”
“With diplomats representing 35 countries, including 10 ambassadors, 17 deputy ambassadors, and about 25 cultural attachĂ©s, we showcased 16 wineries and their stories. These wineries, many located on the front lines in the North and South, have endured tremendous losses, with friends and family members killed or kidnapped by Hamas. Their resilience is unparalleled.”
“Israel’s rich history in wine-making spans over 3,000 years. From an industry nearly destroyed by centuries of invasions, we have witnessed an extraordinary rebirth. Growing from just 20 wineries in the 1990s to over 400 today, this renaissance is a powerful symbol of our strength and perseverance. It is a story of survival and revival that deserves to be celebrated and cherished. If the media, politicians, and international institutions won’t recognize the atrocities faced by Israel on October 7th, perhaps our wines can tell our stories.”
“That’s why the Combat Antisemitism Movement founded Israel Wine Collection, aiming to build the largest network of wine diplomacy for Israel in the world.”
Today, we had the privilege of hosting a significant event for the diplomatic community in Israel, celebrating the remarkable resilience of the Israeli wine industry. Despite the challenges posed by the war, the inspiring stories of our wineries serve as a testament to Israel’s… pic.twitter.com/nsBbPcIj6q
— Sacha Roytman (@SachaRoytman) June 18, 2024
Among the attendees was famed Israeli chef Assaf Granit.
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