"John Anthony Truchard was raised in the family tradition of farming vineyards and worked hand in hand with his father, Tony Truchard learning the wine business. In 1997 John Anthony began leasing and managing his own vineyards with the idea of one day producing a small quantity of high-end wines. His wife, Michele shared his passion and together in 2003 they crushed what would become their first vintage -Nose) Beautiful blackberry and cedar chest notes with hints of dark chocolate and toasty caramel -Palate) Lovely mouth filling, smooth blackberry, and elegant cedar flavors are balanced and focused throughout the palate." -Winery