Willows Lodge Cabernet Franc
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Typically best enjoyed within 3–8 years of the vintage release.
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Roasted duck, grilled lamb chops, rosemary-infused pork tenderloin
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Crafted as an exclusive collaboration between JM Cellars and the neighboring Willows Lodge—a sanctuary of Pacific Northwest luxury in Woodinville wine country—this Cabernet Franc celebrates local partnership and regional terroir. JM Cellars utilizes fruit from premier Washington state vineyards to fashion a wine that mirrors the lodge's rustic yet refined aesthetic. Cabernet Franc thrives in the warm days and cool nights of Washington's Columbia Basin, developing its signature profile of bright red fruit, savory dried herbs, and elegant, fine-grained tannins. This bottling represents a true sense of place, bridging Woodinville's hospitality heritage with artisanal winemaking.
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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.