Joseph Phelps Vineyards Insignia 2018
716300 ₸
/ pcs.Dark ruby with purple reflections.
Subtle, somewhat restrained confit of forest berries intertwines with aromas of raspberry, cherry, with a zest of fresh orange, an attractive bouquet with hints of black currant in the background.
Complex, full-bodied, and very elegant, with notes of cherry, integrated tannins, fine nougat, and excellent length, minerals in the finish.
The wine pairs wonderfully with red meat, roasts, game, and aged cheeses. More details: https://spb.winestyle.ru
Specifications
- Country: USA
- Region: California, Napa Valley
- Manufacturer: Joseph Phelps Vineyards
- Grape variety: Cabernet Sauvignon: 87%, Petit Verdot: 8%, Malbec: 3%, Cabernet Franc: 2%
- Wine: Red, dry
- Alc: 14%
- Serving temperature: 18-20 °C
- Type of drink: Wine
Interesting facts
The wine Joseph Phelps Vineyards "Insignia" 2018 received 99 points out of 100 and was included in the "Top 100 Wines of 2021". Blackberry and dark chocolate with mint, pine, and clove. Sweet tobacco, violets, and flowers as well. A hint of graphite. Cool and complex. Full-bodied, with ultra-fine dusty tannins and a beautiful, very long finish. A spicy and refined taste. A classic style of the 2018 vintage. Lively and constantly changing flavor.
About the Manufacturer
Joseph Phelps Vineyards has been producing world-class wines for fifty years. Founded in 1973 when Joe Phelps purchased a former cattle ranch near St. Helena in Napa Valley, the winery currently controls and cultivates over 400 acres of vineyards across nine estate vineyards in St. Helena, Deer Park, Oakville, Rutherford, Oakhurst, Carneros, and Southern Napa Valley. In 1999, Phelps added 100 acres of vineyards near the town of Freestone on the Sonoma Coast, where Pinot Noir and Chardonnay are now grown. Phelps is best known for its flagship Bordeaux-style red blend from Napa Valley, Insignia, first produced in 1974. Insignia, awarded Wine Spectator Wine of the Year in 2005, is widely regarded as a benchmark of quality for California winemaking.
