Champoux Vineyard Right Bank
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed 5–15 years from vintage release.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted duck, rosemary-crusted lamb chops, earthy mushroom risotto.
✨ Technical Specifications
Crafted by JM Cellars, the 'Right Bank' red blend pays homage to the classic Merlot and Cabernet Franc-dominant wines of Bordeaux's Pomerol and Saint-Émilion appellations, but with a distinct Washington State signature. The fruit is sourced from the legendary Champoux Vineyard in the Horse Heaven Hills AVA, a site revered as hallowed ground in Washington viticultural history. Originally planted in 1972 by the Mercer family, Champoux Vineyard is famous for its wind-swept, sandy loam soils and dramatic diurnal temperature shifts, which yield grapes of extraordinary concentration, refined tannins, and vibrant acidity. JM Cellars coaxes out the lush, velvety textures of Merlot and the savory, aromatic complexity of Cabernet Franc, aging the blend in French oak barrels to create a structured, elegant wine that beautifully bridges Old World inspiration with New World power.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1998 by John and Peggy Bigelow, JM Cellars is an acclaimed family-owned winery nestled amidst the wooded tranquility of Bramble Bump in Woodinville, Washington, alongside their estate plantings at Margaret's Vineyard in the Walla Walla Valley. Committed to sustainable, small-lot craftsmanship, the winery sources premium fruit across renowned Pacific Northwest AVAs to produce wines with balanced structure and authentic varietal character. JM Cellars is celebrated for its diverse and expressive portfolio, ranging from signature Bordeaux-style blends and single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon bottlings to vibrant Rhône varietals and small-production whites.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon