"The 2024 vintage shows pale golden to deep straw hues with aromas of apricot, honeydew, apple butter, and chevre. Flavors of golden kiwi, baked peach, passionfruit, key lime pie, and tarragon unfold and are framed by rich spice notes. Barrel fermented and aged in French oak, it unwinds with balance and a lasting finish. Made from 100% Musqué clone. Only 244 cases produced."
The highly-anticipated 2022 John Anthony Jameson Canyon Vineyard Chardonnay comes from an historic Napa Valley estate acquired by John in 2021. The cooler, marine-influenced microclimate is acclaimed for producing outstanding Chardonnays. This inaugural hand-crafted release is richly layered with ripe orchard fruits, toasted hazelnut, a creamy texture, and vibrant acidity. Just 200 cases made.
"This small four-acre estate, known for producing expressive fruit, is a standout in John Anthony’s exclusive single-vineyard collection. Deep purple with a ruby rim, it reveals aromas of blue and black berries, dark fruit, wet earth, and graphite. The palate follows with blackberry, black cherry and plum accented by notes of cigars, toffee, espresso, and roses. This wine combines power and refinement, evolving gracefully. Aged for 28 months in 80% new French oak barrels. Only 256 cases produced".
"Deep garnet hues with aromas of cranberry, cassis, and black cherry, anchored by notes of forest floor, marjoram, and cardamom. Flavors of black raspberry, mission fig, and spiced pomegranate are complemented by Mexican chocolate, leather, and sweet spices. A firm palate evolves with brooding tannins and a lingering finish. Aged for 28 months in 75% new French oak. Only 196 cases produced."
"Covering just two and a half acres in Napa Valley’s Oak Knoll District, GnR produces intensely flavored Cabernet Sauvignon. Deep ruby with a magenta rim, aromas of black cherry, fig, mint, and dark chocolate lead to a bold palate of black and blue fruits, plum, pepper, and cedar. Elegant tannins and vibrant acidity highlight its depth. Aged 28 months in 60% new French oak. Only 238 cases produced."
"Nestled in Napa Valley’s Oak Knoll District, R&D Vineyard produces Cabernet Sauvignons with impressive depth. Rich red with hints of blue and garnet, aromas of Chambord, cherries jubilee, fresh herbs, cedar, and crushed stone lead to flavors of cassis, black raspberry, black cherry, and bay leaf. Round, dense, and firm, it evolves evenly with a slow build and a crescendo of fruit, spice, and tannin. Aged for 28 months in 60% new French oak. Only 250 cases available."
Covering a mere four-acres in the Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley, Crane Vineyard was the first vineyard John leased and planted. Crafted from the mature and robust Merlot vines planted by John in 1996, the 2021 vintage displays the distinctive character of this Oak Knoll District estate. A dark ruby hue in the glass sets the tone for an aromatic bouquet of black and blue berries with ripe plums and floral notes of rose and lavender. Flavors of fresh boysenberry cobbler are complemented with hints of rich mocha and coffee bean. This 2021 vintage is characterized by a structured core with soft edges and focused acidity. Unfolds beautifully with decanting, revealing the wine’s complexity. Aged for 22 months in 50% new French oak. Less than 100 cases available.
"This is the second vintage of Syrah from the Carneros Gap Vineyard micro-estate. Celebrated for its unique location in the Los Carneros AVA it also neighbors the home of John Anthony Truchard. The wine’s deep-crimson hue anticipates the aromas of red fruits, black brambleberry, savory spices, and cured meats. Bright acidity balances into a smooth, velvety mouthfeel with flavors of fresh berries and a cool clean earthiness with savory hints of roasted game. Aged 22 months in 57% new French oak barrels. Only 250 cases produced."
Spanning a modest four acres in the Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley, Crane Vineyard was the first vineyard John both leased and planted, with Syrah vines planted in 1999. Deep purple tones in the glass anticipate an explosive bouquet of dark red summer fruits with a rich, dark plum core. Subtle hints of savory dried herbs add depth, complemented by distinctive leather undertones. On the palate, intense brambleberry and blueberry flavors expand with a hint of fresh mint, licorice, and savory olive tapenade notes. contributing. Firm tannins dissolve gracefully into a complex and intriguing finish. Aged for 22 months in 55% new French oak. Only 200 cases available.
"Our first release from a micro-estate adjacent to the home of John Anthony Truchard, prized for its distinct position in the Los Carneros AVA. Deep garnet hues anticipate classic cool-climate aromas of briar fruits, lavender, cracked pepper and cured meat. A high-toned entry leads to enveloping flavors of black cherry, huckleberry and Lucques olive with accents of graphite and smoked game. Tightly wound tannins crescendo with feathery breadth on the finish. A powerfully elegant wine that inaugurates a new era for John Anthony Syrah."
Vintage Notes: Mild weather created ideal conditions at the start of the 2020 growing season, with an early bud break prompted by a relatively dry winter. A warm summer in Napa Valley found moderation in Los Carneros by way of marine breezes from San Pablo Bay. The Syrah crop was marked by small berries that ensured notable structure and concentration.
"The Merlot vines that John planted at Crane Vineyard in 1996 continue to gain in maturity and stature. The 2020 vintage displays the incomparable character of this Oak Knoll District estate. A dark ruby color sets the pace for aromas of red cherry, blueberry, fig, and toffee. The palate introduces layers of pitted red fruit, baking spices, and roast coffee. Fruit, spice, and earthy notes progress into the finish with fine acidity and balanced tension. Aged for 20 months in 67 percent new French oak barrels. Less than 100 cases produced."
"The 2020 John Anthony Reserve Syrah was carefully sourced from a micro-block at Crane Vineyard, one of the first plots planted to the Hermitage Clone of Syrah by John nearly 25 years ago. A deep, inky hue foreshadows a medley of black, blue, and red fruit aromas—olallieberry, huckleberry, and dark cherry with intriguing notes of kalamata olives. Followed by flavors of preserved berries, fresh savory spices, and a touch of black pepper. Mid-palate tannins command attention and release into an incredibly long finish, showcasing a subtle yet robust power in the mid-to-back palate. Aged for 20 months in 80% new French oak barrels. Only 100 cases produced."
"Calistoga Vineyard is John Anthony’s northernmost Napa Valley estate, where warmer temperatures and rocky soils predominate. Hues of deep ruby-purple yield to engulfing aromas of brambly blackberry, black currant, and forest floor. The bouquet is echoed on the palate with accents of black cherry, black pepper, and cedar. Power meets elegance on the finish, displaying grainy tannins that release with softness and length. Aged for 28 months in 70 percent new French oak barrels. Only 200 cases produced."
“The tiny four-acre Coombsville Vineyard produces powerful and expressive fruit. Head trained, spur pruned and dry farmed, its vines produce limited yields of the highest quality—worthy of our single vineyard collection. The 2019 presents dark, brooding hues in the glass. Deep blackberry, pluot and blue fruit aromas are accentuated by notes of dried herbs and graphite. The blue and black fruit impressions continue on the palate, accompanied by blue flowers, pepper and gravelly soil. An immensely cellar-worthy wine that delivers power, depth and structure on the finish. Aged for 28 months in 70 percent new French oak barrels, only 250 cases produced.”
Deep purple hues in the glass with aromas of dark stone fruits, dried sage, and blue flowers. On the palate enjoy ripe blackberries, black plums, and a hint of molasses with notes of cracked leather and crushed stone. This Cabernet Sauvignon exhibits a round and plush texture with a dense core and firm tannins, presenting a hearty and weighted profile of elegance and power. Aged for 20 months in 100% new French oak. Less than 50 cases available.
"The 2019 vintage marks just the third micro-production vineyard designate from Twisted Oak—one of the first vineyards that John planted as an early champion of the Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley. Aromas of baked, red fruits and savory-spiced plum reveal hints of dried rose and fresh fig. A powerful and progressive mouthfeel reveals flavors of cassis, cherry cobbler, and tobacco leaf. Plump tannins bring length and breadth to the finish. Aged for 28 months in 80 percent new French oak barrels. Only 200 cases produced."
"Despite being less than one acre, the Hermitage clone at Crane Vineyard continues to be the dominant force in this vineyard-designated syrah. Classic varietal aromas lead the way: dark fruits, lilac, cedar, charcuterie and herbs de Provençe. Dense flavors of blackberry, boysenberry, blueberry and black cherry expand with accents of smoked game, dark earth, graphite and cardamom. Grainy tannins bring the wine to a resounding conclusion. A tour-de-force syrah from one of the first vineyards John planted in the Oak Knoll District nearly 25 years ago. "
"Less than one acre of “Hermitage” clone syrah on the Crane Vineyard has become the dominant expression in this wine. On the nose, powerful fresh blackberry, Chambord and preserved fig are followed by black pepper, olive and brisket. The wine is compact and opens up beautifully with time. On the palate dark berry and plum mingle with rosemary, star anise and bacon notes with velvety tannins. The result is a wine of incredible balance: tension and energy, plush and structured, sweet and savory."
"Blueberry, blackberry, pomegranate puree and crushed violet aromas. Inky and sumptuous. Blood orange and exotic spices comingle with rainbow peppercorns and smoked game meats. This syrah is rich and round with a youthful energy. It delivers powerfully with strong and silky tannins that lead to a nearly unending finish. The Crane Vineyard syrah."
“This is the second single vineyard release of our popular Oak Knoll District Syrah, now sourced exclusively from two acres within the Crane Vineyard. Dark fruit aromas and classic Rhone spice. Hints of brown butter with toasty vanilla and clove outline hints of cracked pepper. A powerful wine with structure and great length."
