Each spring we anxiously await the arrival of PNW “patio season” and nothing celebrates its arrival more than the release of our Sauvignon Blanc. Showcasing fruit from Quintessence Vineyard of Red Mountain, the 2024 Sauvignon Blanc offers a balanced and bright summer sipper with delicate citrus and floral aromas. Flavors of passionfruit, and green apple evolve mid-palette into a refreshing, tropical finish that leaves you craving the next sip. Fermented and aged entirely in stainless steel, this wine has been carefully crafted to achieve a Sauvignon Blanc that is vibrant and youthful with a velvety smooth finish. We recommend pairing the 2024 Sauvignon Blanc with seasonal garden salads, grilled flatbreads, and artisanal cheese plates. As always, this Sauvignon Blanc is the perfect accompaniment to raising a glass with friends and loved ones.

Viognier sourced from Stillwater Creek Vineyard is one of our favorite grape varietals at JM. These twenty-five-year-old vines, grown by one of the great growers of Washington State, Ed Kelly, are some of the best Viognier grapes found anywhere. John and team press the fruit whole cluster, ferment and age in stainless steel, and keep most of the malic acid in the grape to provide an incredibly bright, drinkable white wine. This year we tried something new during harvest and held back a small portion of the Viognier to age for 6 months in neutral oak barrels and we are loving the blend of stainless steel and barrel aged Viognier. The 2024 Viognier has fresh floral (honeysuckle) and peach aromas. Flavors of mango and hints of citrus are followed by a medium-bodied, soft finish. If you have enjoyed our Viognier in the past, you are going to love this one! Cheers!

Perhaps the wine that best summarizes John’s winemaking style and commitment to family, each vintage of Tre Fanciulli is truly a special wine. An Italian expression meaning “three treasured boys”, Tre Fanciulli is aptly named in honor of John and Peggy’s three beloved sons – Jack, Tommy & Joe – and each son represents a grape variety in the blend. The 2022 vintage is 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, and 23% Syrah and is composed of 100% Red Mountain fruit. Cabernet Sauvignon from Shaw Vineyard and Merlot and Syrah from Ciel du Cheval Vineyard create a premium red blend expressing aromas of vanilla and cherry and features an incredible balance of bold red fruit, approachable tannins, and a savory, rich finish.

Showcasing fruit from two of Washington’s most notable vineyards, Ciel du Cheval and Champoux Vineyards, the 2021 Old Vine Syrah is a luscious full bodied Syrah. Fruit harvested from vines planted over two decades ago, produced a striking Syrah with excellent depth of character, approachable tannins, and bold flavors of blackberry, creme brulee, and tobacco. In the Rhône tradition, John co-fermented this Syrah with 3% Viognier to produce a deep purple wine with beautiful dark cherry aromas. The Old Vine Syrah is delicious now and pairs well with rich cuts of meat, wild mushrooms, and homemade pasta. Or raise a glass on its own and share it with those you love.

This unique blend features three of our favorite vineyards: Margaret’s Vineyard (Walla Walla AVA), Quintessence Vineyards (Red Mountain AVA) and The Benches Wallula Gap Vineyards (Horse Heaven Hills AVA). Blending these three vineyards from three different AVAs inspired the name “III”. The result is a harmonious blend of three different Cabernet Sauvignon clones: Clone 6 (Margaret’s Vineyard), Clone 7 (The Benches), and Clone 169 (Quintessence Vineyard). Inky in hue, the delicious flavors of blackberry, plum and fig run rich and deep. A touch of chocolate, espresso, and oak spice compliment the bold fruit expression. Easy to drink now, this wine will age beautifully for 10+ years. A classic Washington State Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine is an example of our region’s ability to produce wines with both power and finesse.