J Vineyards and grantLOVE come together again to celebrate women in wine and art
May 19, 2026 (Healdsburg, CA) — J Vineyards & Winery, one of California’s leading producers of sparkling wine, today announces the second iteration of LOVE Wine, a multi-year collaboration with art and design initiative grantLOVE, created by artist and philanthropist Alexandra Grant. The partnership, forged in January 2025, combines the two brands’ commitment to empowering women and creativity in the fields of wine and art.
Each new bottling of LOVE Wine transforms the bottle into a canvas designed by a leading female artist. This year, J Vineyards and grantLOVE are partnering with Blanca Molina, an award-winning graphic designer and illustrator. Born in Guadalajara, Mexico, Blanca moved to Sonoma County at the age of 5. Her work, which blends her Mexican heritage with influences from her Sonoma upbringing, inspires human compassion and positivity, beautifully embodying the LOVE Wine mission.
“The inspiration for this label came from Papel Picado, Mexican tile art, embroidery, and florals,” said artist Blanca Molina. “Every detail and color carries specific meaning, creating a feeling of happiness, movement, and celebration rooted in Mexican culture. When someone sees this label, I hope it intrigues them to grab the bottle and take their time exploring every element, both on the label and in the wine itself.”
LOVE Wine fosters sharing, connection, and community, and J Vineyards’ expansion of the LOVE Wine collection underscores the winery’s longstanding commitment to not only producing some of the finest sparkling wine in the country, but also to uplifting underrepresented voices across industries.
“Blanca Molina is the perfect partner for the second year of LOVE Wine. She is a gracious and willing collaborator, and a curious participant in the process,” said Alexandra Grant, founder of grantLOVE. “For the second year of LOVE Wine, I wanted to identify an artist who came from Sonoma, worked locally and was highly regarded in her community, but I also deeply resonate with Blanca’s Mexican heritage. I spent half of my childhood in Mexico, so I admire the care Blanca took to include both the aesthetic of papel picado and plants and animals native to California.”
LOVE Wine’s second release will connect to the first iteration through the same wine base—a traditional method sparkling wine crafted from exceptional cool-climate vineyards in the Russian River Valley. In this particular wine, a specific lot of Russian River Valley Chardonnay became the ideal dosage element, balancing the base’s richness with freshness and minerality.
“We are thrilled to build upon our first LOVE Wine release with this unique bottling, exploring additional dosage options, bringing a fresh dimension to the wine while staying true to its character,” said Nicole Hitchcock, J Vineyards’ Estate Director and Head Winemaker. “Featuring local artist Blanca Molina was a natural choice; her energy, values, and artistry are a perfect fit for the brand.”
As part of this project, J Vineyards is proud to further support women in the arts and arts education. This new limited-edition bottling of LOVE Wine (SRP $50) will be available for purchase beginning on June 8, 2026, at J Vineyards’ tasting room in Healdsburg, CA and online at jwine.com.
Join us at J Vineyards’ Tasting Room in Healdsburg to enjoy Blanca’s iteration of LOVE Wine label. Book your experience at J Vineyards here: https://www.jwine.com/visit/.
About J Vineyards
Since 1986, J Vineyards & Winery has earned a reputation as one of the top sparkling and still wine producers in California. J has come to be known for its celebrated estate vineyards, contemporary winery, and world-class hospitality. Estate Director and Head Winemaker Nicole Hitchcock showcases her expertise and the diversity of California winegrowing regions through a portfolio of high-quality still and sparkling wines of distinction. For more information, please visit www.jwine.com.
About grantLOVE
grantLOVE, founded by artist Alexandra Grant, is an art and design initiative that supports and promotes the work of artists and arts nonprofits through the gift and sale of LOVE artwork and goods. For more information, please visit www.grantlove.com.
About Blanca Molina
Blanca Molina is a graphic designer and illustrator based in Sonoma County, CA. She was born in Guadalajara, Mexico and moved to the U.S. when she was 5 years old. Her art is inspired by her Mexican heritage and iconography, along with influences from her upbringing in America. The intention behind her art is to inspire happiness, nostalgia, and creativity. Blanca earned a Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design from Sacramento State University and has received recognition from the Anthem Awards, Graphic Design USA, and the Wine Packaging Conference.
