John and Johnny in the JMcK Vineyard

Our Story, Our Values, Our Team

John in 1970's, standing in front of the sign at Champagne Deutz.

An Extraordinary Journey

Founder John Sweazey’s dream of crafting a lifestyle around wine, hospitality, and family traditions was born four decades ago, as the adventure of a lifetime took him through French wine country in his VW van.

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Powered by the Sun, Sustained by the Wind

In 2009, Anaba pioneered wind energy utilization in Northern California, combined with the power of solar panels to achieve 100% renewable electricity. Our commitment extends to the very fabric of our winery infrastructure, where green building practices minimize waste, water consumption, and energy use.

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John Sweazey and John Michael standing between two vines in the J McK Estate Vineyard, blooming vines in the foreground, a building in the mid-ground, with hills of trees in the background.

Celebrating Terroir

Our journey to craft wines of depth and character begins with meticulous sourcing from preferred vineyards, many of them exclusive to us. Every step in our vineyard practices is driven by sustainable viticulture and respect for nature’s balance.

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The Heart of Anaba

At Anaba Wines, our team is the beating heart that brings our vision to life. Each member of our ensemble brings a profound dedication to sharing wines that reflect our commitment to quality, sustainability, and community.

Katy Wilson centred in the foreground, raising a glass of white wine to her nose, with the winery behind her.

Katy Wilson

Winemaker

Casandra Knox

Estate Director

Ashley Leeming

Wine Club Manager

Michelle Hogan sitting on a couch in the Anaba Tasting Room, holding a glass of white wine while she smiles at camera.

Michelle Hogan

Marketing & Brand Director

Tess Taylor

Events Manager

Chef Maria centred in foreground, her right arm raised, her left holding a glass of red wine, a dim kitchen seen in the background.

Chef Maria

Executive Chef

Jesse Perez smiling, holding a wine glass, whilst balanced between two rows of wine barrels, each foot resting on a barrel on either side of him.

Jesse Perez

Production Manager

John Sweazey smiling, holding a glass of red wine in the foreground, a blurred tasting room in the background.

John Sweazey

Proprietor