The Yatir Winery, which is close to the Dead Sea and the ancient 3, 000-year-old Canaanite settlement of Tel Arad, released its first wines in 2004.

BBC: The Negev desert wine route

The actual vineyard is located in the Yatir Forest underneath the Judean hills, the biggest planted forest in Israel, where you will find carob, pistachio and pine trees.

BBC: The Negev desert wine route

Known for its sauvignon blanc and cabernet merlot blends, Yatir achieved meteoric success and was the first Israeli winery to be listed in London's exclusive department store Selfridges.

BBC: The Negev desert wine route