The Royal
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Typically best enjoyed 5–12 years from vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Roasted lamb chops, grilled ribeye steak, rosemary-infused venison
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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.
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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.