2014 Joseph Phelps Vineyards Insignia, Napa Valley, USA (750ml) Cote Chalonnaise the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon tastes

the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon tastes like a barrel sample

The palate showcases the ability of a chardonnay to be crisp but retain opulence without the influence of oak with a surprisingly round entry followed by long

dusty soil and forest floor plus a touch of stewed rhubarb

while offering the promise of beautiful things to come with cellaring

Ripe yet tangy dark berries

2014 Joseph Phelps Vineyards Insignia, Napa Valley, USA (750ml) Cote Chalonnaise the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon tastesTASTING NOTE: The blackberry, dark chocolate and walnut aromas are persuasive. Full body, a dense and fruity center palate and beautiful depth and intensity. The tannin texture is exceptional. Great wine. Drink in 2020 and onwards. James Suckling, 97 pts Composed of 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Petit Verdot, 2% Malbec and 2% Cabernet Franc coming from six vineyards and reared for 24 months in 100% new French oak, the 2014 Insignia Proprietary Red Wine