Syrah
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed 5–10 years from vintage release.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled lamb chops, smoked beef brisket, wild mushroom risotto
✨ Technical Specifications
JM Cellars Syrah is a masterful expression of Washington State's unique terroir, bridging the gap between Old World complexity and New World fruit intensity. Sourced from prestigious, sun-drenched vineyards in regions like the Yakima Valley and Walla Walla Valley, this wine benefits from the dramatic diurnal temperature shifts of the Columbia Valley. Winemaker John Bigelow utilizes traditional French oak aging to coax out the grape's deep, brooding character. The wine typically reveals a rich tapestry of dark blackberries, cured meats, cracked black pepper, and savory herbs, reflecting the rugged beauty of the Pacific Northwest landscape.
🍾 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
Syrah
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
14.0-15.0%