"The 2022 John Anthony Carneros Gap Syrah comes from the Carneros Gap Vineyard micro-estate, celebrated for its distinctive location within the Los Carneros AVA and its proximity to the home of John Anthony Truchard. The wine’s deep, dark black-purple hue introduces rich aromas of black brambleberry, black cranberry, and cassis, layered with savory undertones of sage, pepper, and subtle herbs. Refined yet powerful, the palate reveals an elegant blend of black fruits—date, black fig, dark cherry, and plum—interwoven with nuanced notes of dried rosemary, tobacco leaf, and licorice. Bright acidity and structured tannins meet mid-palate, giving way to a focused, lingering finish. Aged for 22 months in French oak barrels. Only 100 cases produced."

Vintage Notes: The 2022 Napa Valley growing season was defined by late spring frosts that reduced yields and a prolonged heatwave in early September. In Los Carneros, this challenging vintage produced Syrah grapes with intensely small berries, delivering remarkable structure and excellent concentrated flavors.

In the Vineyard:
Year Planted: 1996
Varietal: Syrah
Clone: 50% Estrella, 50% Noir
Sub Appellation: Carneros
Vineyard: Carneros Gap Vineyard
Harvest Date: September 22nd, 2022

In the Cellar:
Bottling: 100 Cases Produced
Fermentation: 75% New French Oak and 25% Once Used
Coopers: Tremeaux, Sirugue and Montgillard
Barrel Age: 22 months