Sparkman Cellars “Ruby Leigh” is a Columbia Valley red blend poured at Grappa in Seattle’s Queen Anne neighborhood. Made by Woodinville’s Sparkman Cellars, it is a right-bank-style Bordeaux blend led by Merlot with Cabernet Franc and Malbec. We pour it for guests who love a red that is elegant, balanced, and beautifully composed.

About the Winery

Sparkman Cellars was founded in 2004 by Chris and Kelly Sparkman in Woodinville, Washington. Ruby Leigh, named for one of the family’s daughters, has been a Merlot- and Cabernet-Franc-driven blend since the winery’s earliest days, and it remains one of their most graceful bottlings.

Region & Grape

The fruit is grown in Washington’s Columbia Valley. In the right-bank Bordeaux tradition, Merlot leads the blend, joined by Cabernet Franc and Malbec. The wine is matured in French oak, which adds polish and frames the fruit.

Tasting Notes

Look for aromas of blackberry, black currant, cassis, and cedary herbs, with hints of chocolate and minerality. The palate is balanced and lively, with structured tannins, a black-fruit core, and a finish carrying gentle spice. Elegant and harmonious throughout.

What to Pair It With

Enjoy it with our Sicilian Meatballs, the Lasagna, or the Pappardelle Bolognese. Explore the full dine-in menu for more.

How It’s Served at Grappa

Ruby Leigh is offered by the bottle at $135.

FAQ

Where is Sparkman Cellars Ruby Leigh from?

It is made by Sparkman Cellars in Woodinville, Washington, from grapes grown in the Columbia Valley.

What does Ruby Leigh taste like?

It offers blackberry, black currant, cassis, and cedary herbs, with balanced structure and a spiced, elegant finish.

Is Ruby Leigh a Merlot-based wine?

Yes. It is a right-bank-style Bordeaux blend led by Merlot, with Cabernet Franc and Malbec.

Come taste it for yourself: book a table, explore the full wine list, and see the dine-in menu.