Suzan Mazzawi
Founder and winemaker
A mother of three children, Suzan is a true believer in the power of a united family bond rooted in love. She has been a professional solo singer at the Annunciation Church in Nazareth since her youth, and rose to celebrity status as she started a career as a TV and radio broadcaster 16 years ago. Later on, Mazzawi joined her husband Fadoul to manage their advertising agency, working with high-end and international brands. Her passion for winemaking and Christian values, as well as her love for the Holy Land, led her to study the art of producing ultra-premium wine and revive the first miracle of Jesus in Cana. In Cana Winery, her first wine project, she assembled and manages a handpicked team of seasoned wine professionals, currently adding their experience and knowhow to Mazzawi’s vision, enthusiasm and relentless perfectionistic character.
Our Teem
Haim Gan
Chief Project Coordinator
Haim Gan is a pivotal figure in the Israeli wine industry. His journey began with a transformative visit to a winery in the Loire Valley, France, which ignited his passion for wine. Upon returning to Israel, he became the country's first professional sommelier, serving at some of Israel’s top restaurants of the time. Gan later joined Carmel Winery as an education manager, striving to elevate the winery's image and the overall wine culture in Israel. In 2000, he co-founded Ish Ha’Anavim (“The Grape Man”), an independent center dedicated to advancing wine culture through courses, tastings, and consultancy services. Gan consults to both private operators (including several prominent Israeli wine producers) and public institutions (such as The Israel Export Institute). He also organizes TerraVino, Israel's premier international wine and spirits competition, several wine festivals, and numerous smaller wine tastings and events.
Meet The People Behind The Wines
Dr. Arkadi Papikian
Chief Oenology Consultant
Dr. Arkady Papikian is one of the most prominent and influential figures in the Israeli wine industry, with a distinguished career spanning more than three decades. He is regarded as one of Israel’s leading wine consultants, working with dozens of wineries on production processes, development, and quality enhancement. Earlier in his career he worked in Carmel Winery and served as the head winemaker at the Dalton and Amphora Wineries. Papikian is known for his philosophical approach to winemaking, likening the production stages to the life of a human being—from conception and birth to death. Over the years he has played a key role in establishing new wineries, developing unique wine styles, and mentoring young winemakers, while also participates in lectures and workshops on wine.
