Lot #55: 2014 INSIGNIA NAPA VALLEY BY JOSEPH PHELPS

The 2014 Joseph Phelps Insignia is the winery’s prestigious flagship Bordeaux-style red blend and one of Napa Valley’s most collectible wines. Produced entirely from estate-grown fruit, the 2014 vintage is composed of 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Petit Verdot, 2% Malbec and 2% Cabernet Franc, sourced from six renowned Napa Valley vineyard sites. It was aged for 24 months in 100% new French oak. 750 ml The vintage received exceptional critical acclaim, including 97 points from James Suckling and 97 points from Vinous, placing it firmly among the highly regarded vintages of Insignia. Recent tasting commentary indicates that it is drinking beautifully now while retaining considerable further aging potential. "All bidders must be 19+ years of age to register. Government issued ID is required for pick up. These lots are from an estate and have been stored horizontally away from natural light in a custom built wine cellar. They have not been tested by the Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO) and the quality and condition are unknown and cannot be guaranteed. The alcohol in this auction is offered under AGCO special occasion permit AA15685881 issued to Prestige downsizing and estate management on behalf of the Estate(s). Maxsold is acting solely as the online auction platform and is not the seller." Pickup category timeslot {A}