Margaret's Vineyard Estate Red
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Typically best enjoyed 5–15 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
grilled ribeye steak, roasted lamb chops, braised beef short ribs
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Margaret's Vineyard Estate Red is the crown jewel of JM Cellars' estate program, sourced from their sustainably farmed, Salmon-Safe certified vineyard in the southern hills of the Walla Walla Valley. Named in loving memory of founder John Bigelow's mother, Margaret, this vineyard is situated within the prestigious SeVein development, where vines dig deep into wind-blown loess soils over ancient basalt. The Estate Red is crafted as a classic Bordeaux-style blend, capturing the dramatic diurnal temperature shifts of the valley. This microclimate coaxes out intense fruit concentration balanced by vibrant acidity and structured, dusty tannins. Aged in select French oak barrels, the wine represents a harmonious marriage of traditional Washington power and old-world elegance, carrying a legacy of family heritage and environmental stewardship.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Founded in 1998 by John and Peggy Bigelow, JM Cellars is a highly regarded family-owned winery headquartered on a lush, wooded hillside known as Bramble Bump in Woodinville, Washington. The winery is dedicated to crafting limited-production, hand-crafted wines, sourcing premium fruit from top-tier Washington state vineyards—such as Champoux and Stillwater Creek—alongside their own estate, Margaret's Vineyard, located in the Walla Walla Valley. Under sustainable and Salmon-Safe certified practices, JM Cellars produces a diverse and acclaimed portfolio that showcases expressive Bordeaux and Rh$ne-style blends, structured Cabernet Sauvignon, and unique varietals like Carmenere and Cabernet Franc.