The 2022 Louisa is a loving tribute to John’s mother who loved Merlot and thought every wine John made was the best wine of all time. Margaret’s Vineyard Merlot shines with delicate floral aromas and warm black cherry flavors. A touch of cardamom and vanilla delight the palate. Approachable tannins add spice and complexity without overpowering, making the 2022 Louisa an excellent pairing for flavorful meals like spaghetti bolognese, mushroom risotto, and seafood paella. We think it tastes like home.

The 2022 Cabernet Franc showcases the very best of the two blocks of Cabernet Franc grown on Margaret’s Vineyard. Margaret’s Vineyard fruit is sustainably grown and meticulously managed and that is reflected in the quality of wines produced. The 2022 Margaret’s Cabernet Franc possesses the hallmark attributes of a classic Bordeaux style, single varietal Cab Franc. We think you’ll be wow’d by the rich raspberry and pomegranate aromas and flavors, subtle green pepper and flint on the nose and finish, and tannins that evolve throughout the wine. Enjoy this very special wine!

The first vintage of Ancora Imparo was produced in 2018, when John was experimenting with fermenting and aging grenache in a clay amphora vessel. He wanted to name the resulting wine, “My Experiment”. (Peggy vetoed that name thinking it might scare folks off.) Fortunately, John came across a famous Michelangelo quote from when the artist was 87 years old. When asked how he continued to improve upon his craft, Michelangelo’s answer was, “Ancora Imparo”, an Italian phrase loosely translated to “Yet I Learn”. John is busy preparing for his 27th harvest, and lives by this motto. The 2022 vintage is 100% Grenache. 80% was fermented and aged in French oak (50% new and 50% once used), the remaining 20% of the wine was fermented and aged in a clay amphora. This Ancora Imparo showcases an explosion of luscious marionberry and ripe raspberry flavors and aromas that linger throughout the palate and finish with just a hint of minerality. Yumm!

Nietos is a tribute to our former winery partners, Mike and Jackie Bezos, to honor the friendship, partnership, mentorship and generosity they showed us over the past 15 years. We will forever be grateful to them and continue to make Nietos every year. Meaning “grandchildren'' in Spanish, the Nietos label has a watermark “11” representing the Bezos’ eleven grandchildren. The ‘21 Nietos is a blend of 68% Syrah and 32% Mourvèdre from one of the top vineyards in Washington State, Stillwater Creek Vineyard. This wine has depth and richness - reminiscent of a traditional Châteauneuf-du-Pape from the southern Rhône region of France. Aged in 50% new French oak for 18 months, the ‘21 Nietos drinks smoothly now but can age for 10+ years. Cin Cin!

Showcasing fruit from two of Washington’s most notable vineyards, Ciel du Cheval and Champoux Vineyards, the 2021 Old Vine Syrah is a luscious full bodied Syrah. Fruit harvested from vines planted over two decades ago, produced a striking Syrah with excellent depth of character, approachable tannins, and bold flavors of blackberry, creme brulee, and tobacco. In the Rhône tradition, John co-fermented this Syrah with 3% Viognier to produce a deep purple wine with beautiful dark cherry aromas. The Old Vine Syrah is delicious now and pairs well with rich cuts of meat, wild mushrooms, and homemade pasta. Or raise a glass on its own and share it with those you love.