2018 John Anthony Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
This dense ruby-hued cabernet sauvignon leads with wildly-aromatic black and red currants and floral notes of violet, lavender and rose. Cracked pink peppercorn and savory spices give further depth to the aromatics. On the palate sumptuous blackberries and ripe Bing cherries meld with hints of kola nut, cordovan leather and dark mole. Wonderful tannin structure carries decadent layers of chocolate raspberry cake and crème de cassis into a long, lingering finish.
"Really ripe and takes an exotic bent, with a mix of loganberry, mulberry and boysenberry fruit compote flavors infused liberally with licorice snap and wood spice accents. Shows lots of apple wood and mesquite through the finish, which is carried by a tarry spine. Showy and pulls it off. Best from 2023 through 2035.“
93 Points | Wine Spectator
In the Vineyard:
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Appellation: Napa Valley
Harvest Date: October 10th - November 14th, 2018
In the Cellar:
Bottling: 3,675 cases produced
Barrel Aging: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. 100% Napa Valley (70% OKD, 20% Calistoga, 10% Coombsville). 100% 2018. Aged 20 months in 66% New French Oak (TQ, Sylvain, Taransaud, Baron, Leroi, Remond, Seguin Moreau)