John Anthony Vineyards

The 2025 vintage shines pale golden straw, opening with layered aromas of lemon meringue, papaya, and kumquat. The palate unfolds with a ripe fruit core of Asian pear, poached white peach, and apricot, complemented by subtle hints of cantaloupe and nougat. Creamy in texture, this medium-bodied wine balances richness with vibrant acidity. Barrel fermented and aged in French Acacia oak; it finishes with poise and precision.

"Coombsville Vineyard, a four-acre, dry-farmed and head-trained estate known for its small berries and expressive fruit, produces standout wines in John Anthony’s exclusive single-vineyard collection. The 2022 vintage features a deep, luminous ruby-purple hue with vibrant saturation. The nose is fruit-forward, offering raspberry and currant aromas alongside notes of lavender, herbs, with understated nuances of graphite, cocoa, and toffee notes. The palate delivers concentrated fruit flavors of blackberry, black plum, and pomegranate mingled with dark chocolate tones. Polished yet firm tannins carry through a long, elegant finish. Aged 28 months in 75% new French Oak. Only 76 cases produced."

"Sourced from the GnR Vineyard in Napa Valley’s Oak Knoll District, this Cabernet Sauvignon displays deep ruby-purple in the glass with intense saturation. Aromas of black cherry, dark plum, and cassis come to the forefront, underscored by savory notes of cedar spice, forest floor, and dark chocolate. The palate is rich and concentrated, offering layers of blackberry, black currant, and ripe plum, complemented by toasted oak influences of vanilla, espresso, and clove. Supple yet firm tannins provide structure, while subtle hints of creaminess add polish and depth. Aged 28 months in 67% new French oak. Only 50 cases produced."

The 2021 John Anthony Reserve Syrah is inky purple with a violet rim. Aromas of plum, date, fig, lilac, and black earth lead to a bold palate of huckleberry, bramble berries, volcanic notes, and black pepper. The wine’s high tone acidity lifts intense fruit flavors, while firm, elegant tannins shape a long finish. Aged 22 months in 52% new French oak. Only 176 cases produced.

"Deeply brooding and opulent aromas of blackberry confit, tapenade, ink, cured meats and graphite. The palate is full-bodied and densely packed with black fruit and a viscous mouthfeel. Very new-world in style with plenty of varietal typicity. Drink or hold." 92 Points - James Suckling