John Anthony Vineyards

Introducing the Highly-Anticipated John Anthony Vineyards 2024 Fall Release

Fall has arrived at John Anthony Vineyards, bringing with it one of the year's most highly anticipated releases. The 2024 Fall Release showcases six remarkable, limited-production wines that beautifully embody the spirit of our distinguished Napa Valley estates. Each bottle is a testament to the dedication of our team and the unique terroir of our Napa Valley estates.

These offerings are limited, so don’t miss the chance to acquire these exclusive wines on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Leading with the exceptional 2022 Jameson Canyon Vineyard Chardonnay. The inaugural release of this vineyard-designate wine from our estate Jameson Canyon Vineyard in the cool-climate reaches of the Napa Valley’s southern rolling hills. This small-batch, hand-crafted wine underwent barrel fermentation for 11 months, aged in 60% American oak barrels and 40% French oak barrels, resulting in a beautifully layered and complex Chardonnay.

This is followed by the deep and expressive 2021 John Anthony Crane Vineyard Merlot. Crafted from the mature and robust Merlot vines planted by John in 1996, this 2021 vintage displays the distinctive characteristics of this tiny four-acre estate in Napa Valley’s Oak Knoll District. Characterized by a structured core with soft edges and focused acidity, this Merlot has excellent cellaring potential.

The release continues with the not-to-be-missed 2021 John Anthony Crane Vineyard Syrah from the same, historic Oak Knoll estate. Made from the Syrah vines that John personally planted in 1999, this limited-production wine is a true expression of the Oak Knoll District. The 2021 crop from Crane Vineyard was marked by intense, small berries that displayed notable structure and rich, complex flavors. A true gem in this collection.

Following is our signature 2021 John Anthony Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, crafted from grapes sourced from our premier Cabernet estates across the Valley. This quintessential Napa Valley Cabernet is distinguished by its vibrant fruit character and remarkable complexity.

The first of our Fall Release reserve wines is the 2020 John Anthony Reserve Merlot, a standout selection from the finest barrels of the vintage. This ultra-limited wine presents with a dense fruit core and chewy tannins, unwinding into a refined finish. With its well-integrated cocoa nib and fresh tobacco notes, it highlights the complexity and depth that define the best of Crane Vineyard’s Merlot.

The collection culminates with the 2020 John Anthony Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, an exemplary wine crafted from the best barrels of the vintage. Complex layers and refined structure are supported by a rich, dense core and seamlessly integrated tannins. The perfect wine to round out the 2024 Fall Release.

A testament to heritage, winegrowing, and winemaking, this Fall Release is highlighted by a variety of wines that showcase our Napa Valley estates. We hope that these wines find a place at your table, shared with family and friends. Visit us at the John Anthony Tasting Lounge in downtown Napa to savor these highly sought-after wines. Select releases are also available for purchase online.

Sep 10, 2024 at 9:00 AM Permalink