Joseph Phelps Insignia 2017

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Joseph Phelps
Label Name:
 
Insignia
Vintage:
 
2017
Country:
 
United States
Region:
 
Napa Valley, California
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14.5%
Grape(s):
 
Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Cabernet Franc
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
5
Length:
 
5
Aroma Intensity:
 
5
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Robert Parker (Wine Advocate) 96; Decanter 96; James Suckling 96; Jeb Dunnuck 96; Wine Spectator 94; Vinous 93-94

Tasting Note
Plush, full-bodied Cabernet-dominant blend with blackberry, cassis, espresso, cedar, clove and dark chocolate. Silky texture, vibrant acidity, layered spice and savory notes; long, persistent finish.

Food Pairing
Western: grilled ribeye, herb-crusted rack of lamb, beef short ribs, wild mushroom pasta, aged cheeses. Asian: hoisin-glazed duck, Korean BBQ (bulgogi/kalbi), braised beef short ribs, char siu pork.

Production Method
Small-lot fermentations with extended maceration; aged 24 months in 100% new French oak; blended from five estate vineyard lots.

Vineyard Info
Joseph Phelps Vineyards, founded 1973; Insignia is the winery's flagship proprietary Bordeaux-style blend first released in 1974, sourced from multiple Napa estate vineyards.