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LOT 197

Lot 197

JOSEPH PHELPS VINEYARDS INSIGNIA 2015 (6, OWC) WA 98

JOSEPH PHELPS VINEYARDS INSIGNIA 2015 (6, OWC) WA 98
Lot 197 Details
JOSEPH PHELPS VINEYARDS INSIGNIA 2015 (OWC)

Napa Valley.
u. 6 x bn.

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. December 2018 Drink to 2052 WA 98

6 bts.    per lot $1,700 - $1,900

Realised: $2,064
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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