1998 Joseph Phelps Insignia

Estate: Joseph Phelps Vineyards

Region: Napa Valley, North Coast, California, United States of America

Tasting Note:December 25, 2016

Deep garnet red with lots of bricking on the edges. Light cassis and dark cherries on the nose with some tertiary notes like earthiness and damp leaves. Moderate tannins (6.5/10) and full bodied. Lots of complexity with light cassis and dark cherries, a little bit of tomato leaves and earthiness. Very well rounded and integrated with a long finish. This will only keep losing fruit and get earthier with time.

Made up of 78% Cabernet Sauvignon and 22% Merlot. Aged for 20 months in 100% new French oak.

Drink Dates:

Drink Now.

Rating:

92 points.

Price Point:

$$$$ - Average price is around $155.00.

Bordeaux Blend, California, Napa Valley, Red Wine, United States of America, Joseph Phelps Vineyards, InsigniaGreg Ballington1998, Joseph Phelps Vineyards, Insignia, Bordeaux Blend, Red Wine, Napa Valley, United States of America, California, Craig Williams, 92 Points, $$$$, North Coast, December 2016Comment