Lot 133
JOSEPH PHELPS INSIGNIA 2007 (1 MAG.) WA 100
SHAFER CABERNET SAUVIGNON HILLSIDE SELECT 2009 (1) WA 98+
Lot 133 Details
JOSEPH PHELPS INSIGNIA 2007 (1 mag.)
Napa Valley.
u. bn.
Deep garnet colored with a lingering hint of purple, the 2007 Insignia Proprietary Red Wine reveals the most seductive crème de cassis, Black Forest cake and licorice notions with touches of violets, eucalyptus, chocolate box and unsmoked cigars plus a waft of cedar chest. Full-bodied with tantalizing opulence yet compelling restraint, the palate beautifully juxtaposes the rich, ripe fruit with wonderful freshness and a firm yet plush backbone, finishing beautifully perfumed.August 2018 Drink: 2018-2050 WA 100
SHAFER CABERNET SAUVIGNON HILLSIDE SELECT 2009 (1)
Napa Valley.
scuffed label.
Made entirely of Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2009 Hillside Select has a deep garnet color. Wow—it explodes from the glass with this atomic nose of crème de cassis, Black Forest cake, baked plums and boysenberries plus hints of licorice, mocha, cedar chest and pencil lead with a waft of garrigue. Full-bodied, the palate is a concentrated, full-on behemoth, possessing fantastic balance and expressiveness, finishing with epic length and a fantastically velvety texture. Drink: 2020-2045 January 2020 WA 98+