Review: 2023 John Anthony Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley

You may know John Anthony only from his low-cost brand, JaM Cellars — but Anthony also makes luxe, cellar-worthy wines that deserve more serious attention. Case in point: This newly released Napa cabernet.

Almost archetypical in its construction, this 2023 cab bursts out of the gate with dense notes of currants and black cherries, tempered with notes of cloves and black tea. A graphite-heavy quality builds from there, sliding into layers of dark chocolate and almost burnt caramel sauce. All of this could be a bit overwhelming, but the finish sees some brightness in the form of orange peel and a hint of bitter-tart grapefruit peel. Fans of classic Napa cab will find no fault here.

A- / $85

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