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Joseph Phelps Insignia 1974-2025: Past, Present and Future

First produced in 1974, Joseph Phelps’ Insignia was a groundbreaking wine in Napa Valley. It was Napa Valley’s first proprietary red Bordeaux blend, a wine that opened the door for so many others that followed. Two recent vertical tastings provided an incredible opportunity to delve into Insignia’s rich history and examine the trends that have shaped these wines over the last six decades.

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2024 La Réserve Saint Dominique Gigondas

2024 La Réserve Saint Dominique Gigondas, 90 points

The 2024 Gigondas shows well in the early going, opening with fresh strawberries, raspberries, subtle licorice and black cherry. Full-bodied and underpinned by ripe tannins, the 2024 boasts ample flavor concentration on the mid-palate, with lifting freshness carrying through the complex finish. (NG)

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