Ruby Port
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed within 1–8 years of release.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Blue cheese, dark chocolate truffles, artisanal berry tarts
✨ Technical Specifications
JM Cellars' Ruby Port represents a passionate nod to the historic fortified wines of the Douro Valley, reimagined through the lens of Washington State's exceptional terroir. Crafted from traditional Portuguese grape varieties grown in warm, sun-drenched sites like the Snipes Mountain AVA, this wine benefits from dramatic diurnal temperature swings that preserve natural acidity while achieving optimal ripeness. The winemaking process respects tradition, utilizing neutral grape spirits to halt fermentation and preserve the natural residual sugars of the fruit. Aged in neutral oak barrels to emphasize fresh, vibrant dark berry profiles rather than heavy wood influence, this Ruby Port showcases the remarkable adaptability of Portuguese grapes in the Pacific Northwest, offering a rich, velvety texture and a warming, expressive finish.
🍾 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
Touriga Nacional, Souzão, Tinta Cão