Phelps Insignia 2015

The 2015 Insignia Proprietary Red Wine is blended of 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Petit Verdot, 2% Cabernet Franc and 1% Malbec aged for 24 months in 100% new French oak. Deep garnet-purple colored, it opens with stunning black and red plums, cassis and mulberries scents with loads of redcurrant sparks and compelling wafts of lilacs, pencil shavings, black olives and tilled soil plus a hint of bay leaves. Medium to full-bodied, the palate explodes with red and black currant fireworks plus some exciting mineral nuances coming through, framed by firm, grainy tannins and fantastic freshness, finishing very long and beautifully layered. 12,400 cases produced.  98pts Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate

Unequivocally one of the most iconic wines in California, Joseph Phelp’s Insignia has been produced for 40+ vintages. California’s first-ever proprietary red Bordeaux-style blend as well as Phelps’ Flagship wine, Insignia has earned countless accolades including “Wine of the Year” by Wine Spectator magazine, and multiple perfect 100-point scores by Robert Parker. Founded in 1973 by Joseph Phelps, the winery remains a family-owned and managed estate.