2014 Joseph Phelps Cabernet Sauvignon

Estate: Joseph Phelps Vineyards

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

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Tasting Note:June 14, 2017

Dark ruby. Rich nose with dark cocoa, black fruits, vanilla, and cinnamon. Medium plus tannins (6.5/10) and full bodied. Well balanced with oak influences. Notes of a cigar box, black fruits, cocoa, vanilla and a little earthy. Long finish.

Made up of 84% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot, 4% Petit Verdot, 2% Malbec and 2% Cabernet Franc. Aged for 18 months in 45% new French oak barrels.

Drink Dates:

2017 till 2026.

Rating:

91 points.

Price Point:

$$$ - Average price for a 750mL bottle is $69.00.

Joseph Phelps Vineyards, Cabernet Sauvignon, Red Wine, Napa Valley, North Coast, United States of America, CaliforniaGreg Ballington2014, Joseph Phelps Vineyards, Cabernet Sauvignon, United States of America, California, Red Wine, Ashley Hepworth, 91 Points, $$$, Napa Valley, North Coast, June 2017Comment