NEW RELEASE! 

Tasting Notes

Carmenérè is a unique grape, originating in Bordeaux, but currently grown primarily in Chile.  JM’s 2020 vintage is a blend of Margaret’s Vineyard Carmenérè , Seven Hills Carmenérè  and 15% Margaret’s Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon.  The Cab offered additional structure to the wine without over-shadowing the rich, dark fruit aromas and flavors - with classic hints of pepper - traditionally found in Carmenérè .  Aged for 18 months in 60% new French oak, this wine drinks beautifully now but should age well for 10+ years.  Wine club members Steve and Jennifer Hurban stopped by our Maltby tasting room recently and shared a magnum of JM Cellars’ 2007 Carmenérè with John and the production team.  Even after 16 years, the wine was fresh and delicious; thanks to Steve and Jennifer!

Featured Vineyards

Margaret’s Vineyard & Seven Hills Vineyard

AVA

Walla Walla Valley

Barrel Aging

Aged in 60% New French oak for 18 months

Blend

85% Carménère

15% Cabernet Sauvignon

When to Drink

Drink now through 2032 

Alcohol

13.8%

Case Production

307 cases produced