We’ve crafted Cinsault Red off and on for the past decade, and it remains a perennial favorite. Sourced from a 1.7-acre block perched on one of the fractured basalt benches of Wallula Gap Vineyard, these mature grapes overlook the Columbia River and deliver remarkable character. At the winery, they’re foot-stomped whole cluster and fermented in stainless steel for twelve days before aging in mostly once-used barrels for twelve months. Pale ruby in color, the wine surprises with aromas and flavors of fresh blueberry, wild rosemary, and brambly red fruit, layered with a subtle savory note. Soft tannins, bright acidity, and a mineral-driven backbone bring balance and finesse—making this wine a joy to drink now and one to cellar through 2035 (or beyond). It also makes a wonderfully refreshing chilled red for warmer seasons, offering a vibrant and versatile option for spring and summer sipping.

The name Las Piedras is Spanish for “the stones”. Our estate vineyard, the stunning Margaret’s Vineyard, is located on a north slope, rising 1,200 feet above the valley floor in the Walla Walla Valley AVA. The southwest corner of Maragaret’s Vineyard is essentially all fractured basalt with very little topsoil. We planted Syrah and Mourvèdre in this location, and the calcium carbonate found in the fractured basalt translates into a beautiful minerality in the wine. The three components of this classic GSM blend contribute to an inviting and layered experience. Grenache from Ciel du Cheval Vineyards, in the heart of the Red Mountain AVA, brings bright, fruity freshness with flavors and aromas of dark cherry and raspberry. Margaret’s Vineyard Syrah adds depth of character, a rich softness mid-palate, and a memorable finish with subtle notes of black spice. Margaret’s Vineyard Mourvèdre is jammy and juicy with a mid-palate of dark cherry and cacao. Mourvèdre possesses an earthy minerality, shaping the backbone of the wine. We think this GSM blend is yummy and one of our very best wines to date, we hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

Inspired by our picturesque Woodinville property in name, John’s vision to craft exceptional "house" wines at great value continues with the 2022 BBR. Each year, after the winemaking team crafts our premium blends, we are left with a surplus of exceptional wine that didn’t quite fit into the final proportions of our signature blends. As a team, we blend those delicious remaining barrels of wine and create Bramble Bump Red. If you are a fan of Tre Fanciulli, you are going to love this vintage of Bramble Bump Red. The 2022 vintage is Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot. Dark, rich, and full of bramble berry flavors with a hint of baking spices, this is a great everyday drinker. But, if you like to age your red wines this one will cellar beautifully.

Friendship. Devotion. Unwavering loyalty. This blend of Syrah and Mourvèdre is a loving tribute to Billy Bigelow, winery dog extraordinaire and faithful companion to the Bigelow family for more than 14 years. But it also reflects something deeper and just as meaningful: the quiet, steady loyalty of the JM Cellars community who has grown alongside this winery, vintage after vintage. Just like Billy never left John and Peggy’s sides, our wine club members have stood with us through harvests, new releases, and changing seasons, showing up year after year to share in what we create. The Loyal is our way of raising a glass to that kind of relationship, the kind built on trust, time, and shared moments. The steep slopes of Red Mountain, where long, hot summer days and cool nights shape bold, inky Syrah and spicy, fruit-forward Mourvèdre, delivered remarkable fruit in 2022. For a young vineyard to produce such exceptional grapes speaks to both the unique ridge-top terroir and the care and stewardship of Shaw Vineyards. Harvested on the same day, the two varieties were co-fermented in stainless steel and aged in French oak. Syrah brings structure and age-worthy tannins, while Mourvèdre adds fresh bramble berry and black pepper, all carried by balanced acidity and layers of spiced plum, blueberry, and tobacco that are deeply satisfying right now. Pair with slow-roasted meats, grilled vegetables, or soft cheeses, and enjoy with the people and moments that remind you why loyalty, whether in a dog, a family, or a wine community, is something worth celebrating. 🐾🍷

Dick and Luanne Boushey grow some of the best fruit in Washington State and the 2022 vintage was no exception. Clone 174 Syrah, with origins in Hermitage in the Rhône Valley of France, was hand harvested and sorted, foot stomped, and fermented in large French oak tanks. In the Rhone tradition, we co-fermented the Syrah with 3% Viognier from Stillwater Creek Vineyard. The process of co-fermentation maximizes the dazzling fruit aromas and the dark purple hue of Syrah. The 2022 Boushey Syrah possesses luscious raspberry and blackberry notes from glass to finish. The earthy characteristics we admire in Boushey fruit are present throughout this well-structured wine that can be savored alongside dishes like herbed flatbreads, slow-roasted meats, and homemade pasta. Also to be enjoyed during fireside chats.