Joseph Phelps Insignia Napa Red Wine 2022 Rated 96WA

Wine Advocate Review
Rated 96
There are 10,400 cases of the impressive 2022 Insignia, a wine that has been entirely estate-grown since 2004. In a vintage impacted by an extended Labor Day heat wave, nearly two-thirds of the production came from the more shaded west side of Napa Valley, with harvest extending from September 7 through October 5. Scents of new suede, baking spices, loam and ripe cherries mingle easily on the nose, while the full-bodied palate is rich, expansive and velvety, becoming just a little bit more open-knit on the lengthy finish. While unlikely to be a long-lived, legendary Insignia, it's still a delicious, forward wine that should drink well for close to 20 years. Drink 2025-2040.

Joseph Phelps Insignia Napa Red Wine 2022

A flagship Napa Valley icon, Joseph Phelps Insignia 2022 delivers power, precision, and polished luxury—showcasing the estate's finest vineyard parcels in a masterfully crafted Bordeaux-style blend.
Deep, structured, and beautifully layered, the 2022 vintage reflects hallmark Insignia richness with exceptional balance and age-worthy finesse.

Key Details

• Producer: Joseph Phelps Vineyards
• Region: Napa Valley
• Category: Proprietary Red Blend
• Varietal: 92% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Petit Verdot, 2% Cabernet Franc, 2% Malbec
• ABV: ~14.5%
• Style: Powerful, elegant, age-worthy
• Size: 750ml

Tasting Notes

• Blackberry, cassis, and dark plum
• Mocha, graphite, violets, and warm spice
• Dense, velvety tannins with refined structure
• Long, luxurious finish with layered dark fruit and mineral lift

Profile & Craft

• Estate-grown fruit from top Napa Valley vineyards
• Cabernet-driven blend emphasizing purity and depth
• Extended barrel aging for complexity and polish
• One of Napa's most collectible and consistently acclaimed wines

Serving & Pairing

• Serve at 60-65°F
• Pairs with ribeye, lamb, truffle dishes, and aged cheeses
• Ideal for cellaring—built for long-term aging
• A benchmark Napa red for collectors and luxury wine enthusiasts