Joseph Phelps Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley CA, USA (1.5L/Magnums)
Introduction:
The 2019 Joseph Phelps Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is a benchmark expression of Napa Valley winemaking — rich, structured, and impeccably balanced. Known for its harmonious blend of ripe fruit, fine tannins, and nuanced oak integration, this vintage reflects the estate's dedication to crafting age-worthy Cabernet with depth and elegance.
Terrior:
Sourced from a collection of estate-owned vineyards throughout Napa Valley, including sites in Stags Leap District, Oakville, Rutherford, and St. Helena. These regions offer a mosaic of volcanic, loamy, and alluvial soils, contributing complexity and layered minerality. Warm days and cool nights ensure optimal phenolic development and retain freshness, allowing the blend to express the full character of the valley.
Tasting notes:
The 2019 Joseph Phelps Napa Cabernet is a blend of 94% cabernet sauvignon, 3% cabernet franc, 2% merlot, and 1% malbec from estate and grower vineyards in St. Helena, South Napa Valley, Oak Knoll District, Stags Leap District, and Rutherford. Aged for 18 months in a combination of 48% new oak (58% French, 42% American) and 52% older French and American oak barrels, it has inviting aromas violets, dark fruits, tobacco, subtle baking spices, and earthy, dried herb aromatics. The palate is filled with expressive black cherries, blackberries and dark plums, hints of spice box, and sweet vanilla bean. It is a focused, concentrated wine with youthful energy and freshness nimbly balanced by supple tannin structure and finesse.
Press:
94 points, Decanter:
"Always powerfully built, this vintage spent 18 months aging in a mix of 48% new French and American oak. All the classic underpinnings are there, from blackberry and graphite to scented wild herbs, crème de cassis, and cedar, accompanied by gobs of palate-coating, sculpted tannins. Finishes with espresso, cured meat and violets."
"Always powerfully built, this vintage spent 18 months aging in a mix of 48% new French and American oak. All the classic underpinnings are there, from blackberry and graphite to scented wild herbs, crème de cassis, and cedar, accompanied by gobs of palate-coating, sculpted tannins. Finishes with espresso, cured meat and violets."
94 points, Wine Enthusiast:
"This wine is lovely in juicy red fruit, dried herb, and hints of allspice, the tannin structure firm and giving. Offering refinement and structure, it shows nuances of black currant, cherry, and toasted oak. This will do well in the cellar; enjoy best from 2029–2034."
"This wine is lovely in juicy red fruit, dried herb, and hints of allspice, the tannin structure firm and giving. Offering refinement and structure, it shows nuances of black currant, cherry, and toasted oak. This will do well in the cellar; enjoy best from 2029–2034."
93 points, Vinous:
"The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley) is absolutely gorgeous. Succulent red cherry, red plum, mocha, spice, and leather are front and center. Soft contours and silky plush tannins give the 2019 its tremendous immediacy and overall appeal. The 2019 is a superb wine in its peer group."
"The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley) is absolutely gorgeous. Succulent red cherry, red plum, mocha, spice, and leather are front and center. Soft contours and silky plush tannins give the 2019 its tremendous immediacy and overall appeal. The 2019 is a superb wine in its peer group."
Alcohol by Volume (ABV %): 14.1%
Producer Name: Joseph Phelps Vineyards
Old World / New World: New World
Country of Origin: United States
Region: Napa Valley, California
Grape Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon (with small percentages of Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec)
Vintage: 2019
Wine Style: Red, Full-bodied, age-worthy
Winemaking Techniques: Aged in French and American oak (approx. 18 months)
Pack Size: 1.5L
Container Style: Standard wine bottle
Closure Style: Cork
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