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Joseph Phelps Vineyards

Joseph Phelps Insignia Napa Valley 2021

Red Wine2021 VintageNapa Valley
Retail Value$125
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98 Points — One of California's Most Collectible Wines

Buy Joseph Phelps Insignia Napa Valley 2021—98 points from both Jeb Dunnuck and James Suckling, cementing this vintage among California's most collectible Cabernet Sauvignons. Created in 1974 as America's first proprietary Bordeaux-style blend, Insignia has become one of California's most iconic and sought-after wines.

Tasting Notes

  • Color: Black throughout with a dark garnet rim
  • Aroma: Blackcurrants, cedar pencil, chocolaty oak, and graphite
  • Palate: Deep, full-bodied with a dense, stacked mid-palate
  • Tannins: Ripe, polished, yet building; waves of cassis and plum reduction

Winemaking

A blend of 93% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Petit Verdot, 2% Cabernet Franc, and 1% Malbec. Raised in 100% new French oak—the signature Insignia treatment. Approximately 16,000 cases produced from premier Napa Valley estate vineyards.

Food Pairing

Wagyu beef, roasted rack of venison, truffle risotto, or fine aged cheeses.

"A standout vintage for one of California's most collectible cabernet sauvignons." — James Suckling, 98 Points

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