We opened a 2002 Phelps Insignia Napa and a 2002 Diamond Creek Gravelly Mea dow last night in honor of our youngest son's 25th birthday. Grilled beef tenderloin, fresh Ohio sweet corn, and a zuchinni& Tomato salad from our ga rden.
2002 Phelps Insignia-Dark purple in the glass. Nose of espresso, cassis, s moke and black earth followed by flavors of black currants, black berries, coffee and anise. Quite complex with full but fine tannins. "A"
2002 Diamond Creek Gravelly Meadow-A bit lighter in color than the Insignia showing more red than purple. Quite aromatic with red berries, raspberrie s and Napa dusty notes on the nose. A bit more open and fruit forward with an abundance of sweet red and black fruits on the palate, some cedar and t obacco, powerful yet smooth on the palate. A bit more Bordeaux like than t he Insignia. "A-"
It was a split decision among the family but there were no losers.