John Anthony Vineyards

"The 2022 Reserve Chardonnay hails solely from the historic Jameson Canyon Vineyard. Acquired by John in 2021 this esteemed estate is located in the cool-climate region of southeastern Napa Valley. Striking golden hues in the glass, aromas of Anjou pears, apple compote, and orange blossom are weighted with notes of brioche and vanilla wafer. Flavors deepen with hints of mandarin, almonds, and subtle ocean minerality. Its vibrant acidity transforms into a velvety, satin finish. This small-batch wine underwent barrel fermentation and is aged in 83% percent new French oak barrels. Only 200 cases produced."

The John Anthony Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon is selected from the best of the vintage across our estates. The 2021 vintage is driven by fruit from the rocky, hillside terrain of Twisted Oak Vineyard, thoughtfully balanced by the head-trained, dry-farmed vines at Coombsville Vineyard. Deep ruby-garnet hues introduce an aromatic profile of blueberry and strawberry accented by bay leaf and a touch of the sweet and spicy nuance of tobacco.  On the palate, fresh blueberry and ivy unfold into complex barrel tones and spices. A supple and fruit-forward opening, balanced by lively acidity and firm tannins, creates a structure that captures the rare distinction of being exceptional now and destined to evolve beautifully over time. Aged in 90% New French oak for 28 months. 256 cases produced.

"Opulent, Bright, Black Fruit, Violets, Dark Chocolate, Minty, Full bodied, Refreshing Acidity, Subtle Oak, Grainy Texture, High Tannin, Youthful"

97 Points |  Lisa Perrotti- Brown

"The 2023 John Anthony Reserve Chardonnay has a golden core with a pale-yellow rim. Aromas of baked apple, pineapple, popcorn, and butterscotch are complemented by flint and graphite notes. Notes of grapefruit, papaya, white flower are balanced with chalky minerality. A  round, voluptuous entry evolves to  a focused, lean mid-palate. The finish is long and vibrant. Aged for 11 months in new French oak. Only 50 cases produced."

"Intense, Bright, Citrus Fruit, Struck Flint, Lime, White Blossoms, Full bodied, Refreshing Acidity, Subtle Oak, Satiny Texture, Ready to Drink"

96 Points |  Lisa Perrotti- Brown

"The twenty-five year old vines I planted in 1996 on the Crane Vineyard continue to produce merlot with expressive maturity. Raspberry bread pudding, mint and mocha aromas. The fruit is powerful and well complemented with spice, displaying energy and elegance. Notable structure in this vintage. Layered flavors of black cherry, blueberry compote and dried pomegranate with baking spices, blue flowers and cocoa. The tannins soften to round edges on the palate, giving way to a silky finish."

"The John Anthony Reserve represents our finest expression of the vintage, blended from the most exemplary barrels. For the 2019 vintage, we selected lots from the rocky, hillside terrain of Twisted Oak Vineyard, complemented with fruit from head-trained, dry-farmed vines at Coombsville Vineyard. The nose opens with aromas of berry pie, baked boysenberry, and sweet pipe tobacco. Notes of elderflower, lilac, and truffle emerge as the wine opens up. The palate entry is commanding, with stunning balance and plush textures. High mineral tones reverberate through the dense fruit core, wrapped in silky, weighted tannins. Aged for 28 months in 100 percent new French oak barrels. Only 200 cases produced."