Taste: In the glass, the wine displays a vivid red color. The nose is lifted and fresh, offering spicy cherry, orange peel, a hint of tarragon, cigar box, and a subtle molasses note. On the palate, it delivers layers of pie cherry, raspberry, and stonefruit supported by bright acidity. A touch of sarsaparilla and baking spice rounds out the finish.
Pairing: This Vespidae is built on precision, energy, and layers of spice and fruit, which makes it a natural fit for dishes that bring savory depth with brightness alongside. General guidelines to remember: look for roasted or grilled proteins that allow fruit and spice to shine. Lean into herbs like tarragon, rosemary, or thyme, and use earthy or lightly smoky elements
About: J.K. Carriere is based in Newberg, within Oregon’s Willamette Valley, where founder and winemaker Jim Prosser has shaped the estate into one of the valley’s distinctive small producers. The winery was established in 1999, named after Jim’s grandfathers J.K. Prosser and Paul Carriere, as a nod to the family’s influence on his path.
