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Joseph Phelps Cabernet Sauvignontext
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Joseph Phelps Cabernet Sauvignon 1995

Napa Valley, California, United StatesTobacco, leather, blackberry, spicy clove aromas with some barnyard, prune and mint, good complexity. Round, soft and elegant with a touch of dryness. Spicy, leather, blackberry, vanilla, and tobacco flavours with some minty cassis on the finish. Nice finesse, intensity and balance. Ready to go. The blend is 93/5/2 cabernet sauvignon / merlot / cabernet franc from Stag's Leap District, Rutherford District and St. Helena.Tasted: 10 March 2004Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:
NA$79.95750mlAuction, Specialty Retailers
Producer: Joseph Phelps VineyardsDistributors: Trialto Wine Group
Lifford Wine and Spirits
Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon