Joseph Phelps Insignia, 2019

2019 Joseph Phelps Insignia | Napa Valley
A Historic Release Featuring the Debut of El Venadito Vineyard

Critical Acclaim
- Jeb Dunnuck: 99 points - "Legit awesome juice... up with the finest vintages of this cuvée"
- Robert Parker: 96 points - "Remarkable... without compromising on quality"
- James Suckling: "Fantastic tension and structure"

Wine Composition
- 93% Cabernet Sauvignon
- 5% Petit Verdot
- 2% Malbec

Estate Vineyard Sources
- 32% Yountville (Oak Knoll District)
- 23% Banca Dorada (Rutherford)
- 14% Suscol (South Napa Valley)
- 14% Home Ranch (St. Helena)
- 12% Las Rocas (Stags Leap District)
- 3% Barboza (Stags Leap District)
- 2% El Venadito (Oak Knoll District) - First vintage inclusion

Tasting Profile
- Aromatics: Heady red fruit, crème de cassis, leafy tobacco, dried rose petals
- Primary Notes: Blackberry, raspberry, black currant
- Complex Elements: Green tobacco, pencil shavings, damp earth
- Subtle Notes: Sappy spring flowers, bay leaves
- Finish: Dark chocolate, long and layered

Technical Details
- Vintage: 2019
- Aging: 24 months in 100% new French oak
- Production: Approximately 17,000 cases
- Cellaring Potential: 2023-2048
- Winemaker: Ashley Hepworth

Vintage Character
- Elegant and refined structure
- Full-bodied with velvety texture
- Open-knit palate with plush finish
- Remarkable freshness and vibrancy
- Ultra-fine tannins with seamless integration

Cellar Considerations
Decanter notes: "A strong, powerful and muscular wine that will need at least a decade to come around. Given enough time it will be beautiful."

A milestone vintage featuring the inaugural inclusion of fruit from El Venadito vineyard, continuing Insignia's legacy of excellence through thoughtful evolution.

Keywords: Joseph Phelps Insignia, Napa Valley wine, premium Cabernet blend, El Venadito vineyard, Oak Knoll District, estate grown, age-worthy wine, collectible wine, Ashley Hepworth winemaker