Mogen David Cherry

Mogen David Cherry is a sweet cherry-flavored kosher wine bottled at 9% ABV in a 750ml format. Produced at the historic Mogen David Wine Co. facility in Westfield, New York, this fruit wine carries Triangle K kosher certification — including Kosher for Passover status — making it a staple for Jewish holiday tables and year-round sweet wine drinkers alike.

Quick Facts: ABV: 9%  |  Origin: Westfield, New York, USA  |  Style: Sweet Cherry Fruit Wine  |  Producer: Mogen David Wine Co. (The Wine Group)

Production & Heritage

Mogen David Wine Co. operates out of Westfield, New York, a town in the Lake Erie grape-growing region of western New York State. The brand is now owned by The Wine Group, headquartered in Livermore, California, one of the largest wine producers in the United States. Mogen David Cherry is classified as a red wine with natural flavors, produced using an early fermentation arrest technique that halts the conversion of sugar to alcohol before completion, preserving pronounced residual sweetness. The wine then undergoes clarification and filtration at the Westfield facility. Rabbinical supervision under the Triangle K organization oversees the entire production process, ensuring strict kosher compliance throughout.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Ripe cherry fruit dominates the nose immediately, followed by a candy-like sweetness. There is little complexity beyond the forward cherry character, which is direct and inviting.

Taste: The palate opens with bright, sweet cherry flavor that closely mirrors the aroma. Mid-palate delivers soft, low-acid fruit with noticeable residual sugar and no tannin grip. The 9% ABV keeps the wine light-bodied and approachable, with the sweetness remaining the defining feature throughout.

Finish: Short to medium in length, with lingering cherry candy notes. Clean and straightforward, with no bitterness or astringency.

How to Drink Mogen David Cherry

Serve well chilled — around 40–45°F — to balance the sweetness and keep the fruit flavor crisp. This wine also works over ice for a casual warm-weather pour. In a Wine Spritzer, the cherry sweetness pairs naturally with sparkling water and a squeeze of lime for a refreshing low-alcohol drink. In a Sangria, it serves as a ready-made sweet base that reduces the need for added sugar, blending easily with sliced citrus and stone fruit. For a simple Cherry Wine Cooler, combine with lemon-lime soda and fresh mint for an effortless crowd-pleasing serve.

Best For

• Passover Seder and Jewish holiday celebrations requiring kosher wine
• Introducing non-wine drinkers to fruit wine with an accessible, sweet profile
• Casual summer gatherings where a chilled, low-alcohol option is welcome
• Dessert pairing for chocolate-based dishes or fruit tarts

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Mogen David Cherry taste like? Mogen David Cherry delivers a pronounced sweet cherry flavor with a light body and no tannin bitterness. It is a straightforwardly sweet fruit wine with candy-like cherry character from start to finish.

How does Mogen David Cherry compare to Manischewitz? Manischewitz is Mogen David's primary competitor in the kosher wine category, and both brands produce sweet, fruit-forward wines at similar price points. Mogen David Cherry leans into a specific cherry fruit flavor, while Manischewitz is best known for its flagship Concord grape wine.

Is Mogen David Cherry good for sipping on its own? Yes, it is designed as an easy-drinking sweet wine best enjoyed well chilled. Its low 9% ABV and forward fruit sweetness make it one of the most approachable wines in the category.

Where is Mogen David Cherry made? Mogen David Cherry is produced at the Mogen David Wine Co. facility in Westfield, New York, located in the Lake Erie grape region of western New York State. The brand is owned by The Wine Group, based in Livermore, California.

What foods pair well with Mogen David Cherry? Chocolate brownies or dark chocolate desserts complement the cherry sweetness. Cheesecake benefits from the fruit contrast. Brisket, a traditional holiday dish, works alongside the wine's soft sweetness. Fresh berries and whipped cream echo the fruity character. Mild, creamy cheeses like brie provide a textural counterpoint without clashing with the sugar level.

What sizes does Mogen David Cherry come in? Mogen David Cherry is commonly available in the standard 750ml bottle format.

Is Mogen David Cherry worth the price? Mogen David Cherry sits firmly in the value tier of sweet kosher wines, positioned as an everyday and holiday table wine rather than a premium offering. For those seeking a budget-friendly, certified kosher cherry wine, it represents solid value within its category.

Why Mogen David Cherry?

Mogen David Cherry fills a specific and well-defined niche: a certified kosher sweet cherry wine at a value price point. Its Triangle K certification and Kosher for Passover status give it genuine utility for observant households, while the early fermentation arrest method ensures the pronounced sweetness that defines the brand's identity. Among kosher fruit wines, Mogen David remains one of the most recognized names in the American market, second only to Manischewitz. For anyone seeking a reliably sweet, cherry-forward wine with legitimate kosher credentials, this expression delivers exactly what it promises.