Joseph Phelps Insignia brings estate-grown Napa Valley fruit together in a Cabernet-led blend aged entirely in new French oak.
Key details
- Origin: Napa Valley, California, USA
- Blend: 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Petit Verdot, 3% Malbec, 2% Cabernet Franc
- Aging: 24 months in 100% new French oak
- Sugar Level: Dry
- Body: Full-bodied
Flavor profile
Flowers, dark fruit, anise and cigar box lead to blackberry, mocha and black cherry. A creamy texture and seamless tannins carry the long finish.
Cellaring & drinking window
Wine Spectator gives a 2022–2036 drinking window for the standard bottle, as reproduced by Wine.com. Enjoy now for fruit and structure or cellar toward that horizon for more mature aromas. This is a guide for well-stored bottles, not an expiry date. Store unopened in darkness at a stable temperature around 55°F (13°C), away from vibration; keep natural-cork bottles on their side.
Pairing & serving
Serve at 60–64°F with roast beef or lamb. Taste first, then decant if the tannins need air.
After opening & when to enjoy
Recork and refrigerate after opening. Enjoy the same day for the fullest aroma, or assess the next day before serving; developed wines can fade quickly. Let the pour warm slightly before drinking.
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