WINE =======: 1998 Joseph Phelps Insignia
AOC         : Napa Valley
Tasting Date: 2005-07-18
Varietal    : Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Score       : 94
Country     : USA
State       : California
Region      : Stag's Leap and Rutherford

Notes
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The color of this wine is a lovely garnet red, turning
slightly beetish at the edges. The nose is very smooth and
velvety, with a dark fruit scent--dark cherry, cassis. The
flavor is also velvety and smooth, with a nice finish. It
begins with noticeable tannins, fading as it breathes, with
a flavor of cherry, hints of violet and tobacco, and good
acidity. As the tannins dissipated, it became truly
wonderful. After an hour or so, the nose turns to caramel,
with a hint of fig, and fig flavors also  develop.

Production Notes
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78% Cabernet Sauvignon and 22% Merlot, primarily from
estate-owned vineyards in Stag's Leap and Rutherford, with
additional fruit coming from independent growers in
Rutherford, Carneros and Coombsville.
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