The Royal
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed 5–12 years from vintage release.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted lamb chops, grilled ribeye steak, rosemary-infused venison
✨ Technical Specifications
Crafted as a tribute to the exceptional terroir of Washington State's Royal Slope AVA, 'The Royal' by JM Cellars is a showcase of power and elegance. Sourced primarily from the acclaimed Stillwater Creek Vineyard, this wine benefits from the region's unique topography, where north-facing slopes and fractured silica-rich soils allow grapes to ripen slowly while retaining vibrant acidity. The wine is typically aged in French oak barrels to integrate its robust structure, resulting in a profile rich with dark bramble fruits, savory cracked black pepper, and subtle smoky undertones. It stands as a testament to the Bigelow family's dedication to capturing the distinct, rugged beauty of Washington's premier vineyard sites.
🍾 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