Tasting Notes
The 1983 Joseph Phelps Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley is remembered as a surprisingly successful wine from a challenging vintage, showing sweet cherry fruit, cedar, tobacco, vanilla, and anise, with balanced tannins and a long finish when well-stored, though bottles today are highly variable depending on format and provenance.
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Joseph Phelps Vineyards is a family-owned and operated wine estate with vineyards and wineries in Napa Valley and on the western Sonoma Coast. The winery was founded in 1973 by Joseph Phelps, a successful construction executive and entrepreneur whose early interest in wine led him to establish vineyards on a 670-acre former cattle ranch in Napa Valley. Over the next 42 years Joe became one of the most respected figures in the California wine industry, building Joseph Phelps Vineyards into a critically-acclaimed winery internationally known for its iconic wines and unwavering commitment to quality.
Joe’s son, Bill Phelps, joined the family business in 1998 after a successful career in law, and as Executive Chairman now oversees Joseph Phelps Vineyards with a continued dedication to excellence.
Family owns and farms 425 acres of vines in Napa Valley on nine estate vineyards in St. Helena, Rutherford, Oakville, Stags Leap District, Oak Knoll District, South Napa and Carneros, as well as 100 acres over two vineyards on the western Sonoma Coast. Strategically chosen over many decades, each vineyard has its own personality and brings a different characteristic to our wines. Our commitment to an estate-based model is our way of ensuring consistency and the highest quality we can possibly achieve. Our estate vineyards, paired with select long-term grower relationships, give our winemaking teams unparalleled depth and diversity when it comes to producing Joseph Phelps wines.
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The 1989 Domaine Guy Robin Chablis Grand Cru Valmur is a "spectacularly rich" expression from one of Chablis’ most historic vintages, benefiting from the estate's significant holdings of original old vines planted in the 1950s and 1960s. Produced by Guy Robin, who famously refused to replant with high-yielding clones, this wine is noted for its extraordinary aromatic complexity, featuring a mixture of exotic fruits and a "wild" minerality that develops into honey, roasted nuts, and fresh butter with age. On the palate, the 1989 vintage exhibits a rounded, lush texture typical of the warm growing season, yet it retains a firm, "biting acidity" and a saline mineral core derived from the thin, chalky Kimmeridgian soils.
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Domaine Guy Robin, a four-generation family estate in Chablis, France, is renowned for its old-vine Chardonnay, particularly within the Grand Cru Blanchot vineyard. Established by Guy Robin in the 1950s/60s, the estate resisted replanting with modern clones, preserving 50–80-year-old vines that provide deep, traditional, and complex flavours, now managed by his daughter, Marie-Ange.
Tasting Notes
The 1989 Joseph Phelps Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley is considered a solid but now mature wine, originally praised for its cedar, tobacco, vanilla, cassis, and red currant notes, though bottles today may vary significantly depending on storage, with some showing elegance and others past their prime.
About Winery
Joseph Phelps Vineyards is a family-owned and operated wine estate with vineyards and wineries in Napa Valley and on the western Sonoma Coast. The winery was founded in 1973 by Joseph Phelps, a successful construction executive and entrepreneur whose early interest in wine led him to establish vineyards on a 670-acre former cattle ranch in Napa Valley. Over the next 42 years Joe became one of the most respected figures in the California wine industry, building Joseph Phelps Vineyards into a critically-acclaimed winery internationally known for its iconic wines and unwavering commitment to quality.
Joe’s son, Bill Phelps, joined the family business in 1998 after a successful career in law, and as Executive Chairman now oversees Joseph Phelps Vineyards with a continued dedication to excellence.
Family owns and farms 425 acres of vines in Napa Valley on nine estate vineyards in St. Helena, Rutherford, Oakville, Stags Leap District, Oak Knoll District, South Napa and Carneros, as well as 100 acres over two vineyards on the western Sonoma Coast. Strategically chosen over many decades, each vineyard has its own personality and brings a different characteristic to our wines. Our commitment to an estate-based model is our way of ensuring consistency and the highest quality we can possibly achieve. Our estate vineyards, paired with select long-term grower relationships, give our winemaking teams unparalleled depth and diversity when it comes to producing Joseph Phelps wines.
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Domaine Matrot is one of Burgundy’s historic family estates, rooted in Meursault since 1835, and today run by sisters Adèle and Elsa Matrot. The domaine began with Joseph Matrot and his wife Marguerite Amoignon, who settled in Meursault in 1914 and expanded the vineyards. Successive generations modernized and grew the estate, with Pierre Matrot taking over in 1937 and his son Thierry leading vinification from 1983. Since 2000, the domaine has embraced organic practices, and under Adèle and Elsa, it continues to produce terroir-driven wines that reflect the purity and elegance of the Côte de Beaune.
Winemaker NotesA vintage saved from the rains thanks to the grapes thick skins and good phenolic concentration. A fine, elegant wine with very good aromatic complexity.
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The Estate was founded in the late 17th Century. This period was known as the Grand Siecle, or "great century", in reference to Louis XIV's 1661 accession to the French throne. In 1689 Pierre Desmezures de Rauzan, an influential wine merchant and steward of the prestigious Latour and and Margaux estates, bought plots of vines close to the Latour estate to create Enclos Rauzan. These vines were part of his daughter Therese's dowry when she married Baron Jacques Pichon de Longueville in 1694, the year in which the Pichon Baron estate was founded. An illustrious estate, with an enduring reputation, was born. It remained in the same family for generations.
In 1850 the property was divided in two. Baron Raoul Pichon de Longueville's section became the Pichon Baron estate. The second section, belonging to his three sisters, became Pichon Comtesse. Baron Raoul was proud of his prestigious property, and in 1851 he commissioned the imposing chateau inspired by Renaissance architecture that we know today. This uniquely charming and romantic chateau, with its two emblematic turrets, has stood proudly at the vineyard's heart ever since. During the Universal Exhibition of 1855, the wine was classed as a Second Grand Cru Classe according to the ranking system requested by Emperor Napoleon III, who wished to showcase Bordeaux's great wines. In 1933, the Pichon de Longueville family sold the property to the Bouteiller family, who managed the chateau for over 50 years.
In 1987 the estate was bought by AXA Millesimes, whose aim is to enable great wines from the vineyards with a glorious past to achieve their full potential. An architectural competition was launched in collaboration with the Paris Pompidou Centre to provide the estate with new operational buildings. The comprehensive reconstruction of the fermenting room and cellar, and renovation of the chateau, began in 1988. Since then, the 19th century chateau's image has been
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It features a dark ruby/purple hue and a medium-bodied profile with outstanding ripeness and substantial tannin. Tasting notes highlight expressive aromas of earth, oak spice, and damp leaves, which complement rounded flavors that have gradually emerged from their "tannic shell."
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Domaine Ghislaine Barthod, a prestigious Burgundy producer in Chambolle-Musigny, was founded in the late 1920s as Barthod-Noëllat. Following Gaston Barthod’s takeover in the 1950s, his daughter Ghislaine assumed control in 1999. Known for elegant, age-worthy Pinot Noirs, the estate manages roughly 6-7 hectares of vineyards with 11 different Premier Cru bottlings.
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Domaine Claude Dugat, based in Gevrey-Chambertin, Burgundy, has family roots in the region dating back to the 19th century. The modern incarnation of the domaine began in 1991, when Claude Dugat officially took control of the family estate, which had been established by his father Maurice in 1955 after purchasing the historic Grange des Dîmes, a stone barn dating back to 1219 that once served as a tithe barn for the church. Claude, together with his wife Marie-Thérèse, brought the domaine into international prominence with meticulous vineyard care and restrained winemaking that emphasized purity of fruit and terroir. Over time, his children—Bertrand, Laetitia, and Jeanne—joined him, gradually taking over operations while introducing organic and biodynamic farming practices. Today, Domaine Claude Dugat is celebrated worldwide for its small-production, highly sought-after wines from Gevrey-Chambertin, crafted with minimal intervention and a focus on elegance and authenticity.
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Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé, based in Chambolle-Musigny in Burgundy’s Côte de Nuits, traces its origins back to the 15th century when the de Vogüé family first acquired vineyards in the region. Over centuries, the estate became one of Burgundy’s most prestigious domaines, remaining in the same noble lineage and eventually shaped in the 20th century by Comte Georges de Vogüé, who established its international reputation. Today, the domaine is best known as the largest holder of the legendary Musigny Grand Cru vineyard, with 7.12 hectares, alongside holdings in Bonnes-Mares and Chambolle-Musigny Premier Cru. Renowned for its Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, the estate embodies centuries of tradition and excellence, producing wines celebrated for their elegance, purity, and depth.
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Domaine Leroy, located in Auxey-Duresses in Burgundy, was born out of the négociant business Maison Leroy, founded in 1868 by François Leroy; his grandson Henri expanded the family’s influence by acquiring shares in Domaine de la Romanée-Conti in 1942, cementing a long association with one of Burgundy’s most legendary estates. In 1971, Henri’s daughter Lalou Bize-Leroy took over management, bringing her uncompromising standards and extraordinary palate to the forefront. She later purchased the estates of Charles Noëllat and Philippe Rémy, establishing Domaine Leroy in 1988 and immediately converting all vineyards to biodynamic farming, a pioneering move at the time. Today, Domaine Leroy spans about 23 hectares, mostly Premier and Grand Cru sites, and is renowned worldwide for producing some of the rarest, most sought-after, and expensive Pinot Noir wines in Burgundy, consistently celebrated for their purity, intensity, and longevity.
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The 1995 Dominus offers a deep ruby hue, vibrant raspberry aromas, supple tannins, and a long, elegant finish—showcasing classic Napa Valley structure and balance.
Experience the 1995 Dominus—an iconic Napa Valley Cabernet with intense ruby color, rich raspberry and blackberry notes, silky tannins, and a graceful, lingering finish. A true classic built for aging
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Joseph Drouhin established his négociant house in Beaune in 1880, laying the foundation for what would become one of Burgundy’s most influential wine families. Over the following decades, the Drouhin family expanded vineyard holdings across Chablis, Côte de Beaune, Côte de Nuits, and Côte Chalonnaise, while also sourcing grapes from trusted growers. In 1957, Robert Drouhin, Joseph’s grandson, took over and introduced estate bottling, elevating quality and reputation. He also spearheaded the family’s international expansion by founding Domaine Drouhin Oregon in the Willamette Valley in 1987, making them one of the first Burgundian families to invest in the U.S. Today, the estate spans more than 90 hectares in Burgundy and is fully certified organic since 2009, producing wines that emphasize elegance, finesse, and terroir expression. The domaine remains family-run, with Joseph’s great-grandchildren at the helm, ensuring continuity of tradition while embracing modern sustainability.
Winemaker Notes
Krug Collection 1995, released after extended ageing in Krug’s cellars, reveals a brilliant golden hue with fine, persistent bubbles. The bouquet is complex and layered, offering aromas of brioche, toasted oak, lemon rind, and delicate floral notes, alongside subtle mineral undertones. On the palate, it is serene, harmonious, and exquisitely characterful, with flavors of candied citrus, roasted nuts, and chalky minerality balanced by a refined mousse. The wine shows a linear, fresh style compared to the richer 1996 vintage, yet retains remarkable depth and structure from its long maturation. The finish is long, elegant, and vibrant, embodying the essence of Krug Collection as a deeper, more mature revelation of the original 1995 vintage.
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Krug Champagne is one of the most prestigious Champagne houses in the world, known for its commitment to quality and tradition. Krug was founded in 1843 by Joseph Krug, a visionary who believed in creating the best Champagne every year, regardless of climate variations. He established the house in Reims, the heart of the Champagne region. Joseph Krug’s philosophy was to focus on the individuality of each plot and its wine, creating a library of reserve wines from different years to ensure consistency and excellence. Krug is credited with pioneering the concept of non-vintage Champagne, blending wines from multiple years to achieve a consistent and complex flavor profile.
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A complex profile featuring black fruits, cherry cola, and dark spices, underscored by a "modern but intoxicating" nose of vanilla, caramel, and a hint of bruised meat. On the palate, the 1995 is noted for its dry tannins, zippy acidity, and concentrated mid-palate, leading into a long, dark finish with notes of graphite and cedar.
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Founded in 1859 by Louis Henry Denis Jadot, Maison Louis Jadot is a premier Burgundy producer with roots dating back to 1794. The house focuses on expressing terroir, holding over 60 hectares of vines. Their Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru "Les Baudes" is a structured, long-aging Pinot Noir sourced from vines near Morey-Saint-Denis.
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The 1995 Maison Roche de Bellene Clos de Vougeot "Collection Bellenum" is a mature Grand Cru selected by Nicolas Potel for his special back-vintage series, showcasing the classic elegance and structural depth of aged Burgundy. Sourced from respected growers and curated for its provenance, this 1995 bottling presents a garnet hue with an expressive nose of red cherry, dried rose, and earthy undertones mingled with evolving notes of truffle, leather, and tobacco.
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Founded in 1831 by Bernard Bichot in Monthélie, France, Maison Albert Bichot began as a Burgundy wine trading house before establishing its Beaune headquarters in 1912. The family, present in Burgundy since 1350, transitioned to domaine ownership, and today, under 6th-generation leader Albéric Bichot (since 1996), it manages 100+ hectares of organic-certified vineyards.
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Domaine Coche-Dury, based in Meursault, Burgundy, is one of the most revered producers of white Burgundy. The estate was founded in the 1920s by Léon Coche, who purchased vineyard plots and initially sold grapes to négociants while bottling a small amount himself. In 1964, his son Georges Coche took over his share of the vineyards, expanding holdings and strengthening the domaine. Georges’s son Jean-François Coche assumed control in 1973, and with his wife (whose surname, Dury, was added to the domaine’s name), he transformed Coche-Dury into a cult estate. Known for meticulous vineyard work, low yields, and precise winemaking, Jean-François elevated the domaine’s reputation to global acclaim, especially for its Chardonnay from Meursault, Corton-Charlemagne, and other Côte de Beaune sites. In 1999, the domaine suffered a notable setback when a helicopter crash damaged part of its Corton-Charlemagne vines, but it continued to thrive. Today, Jean-François’s son Raphaël Coche has joined the estate, ensuring continuity of its legendary style and status as one of Burgundy’s most sought-after producers.
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Jean-Yves Bizot revived his family’s small Vosne-Romanée domaine in 1995, transforming it into one of Burgundy’s most admired artisanal wineries. His grandfather had farmed the vineyards part-time, while his father, a pediatrician, rented them out rather than making wine. Dissatisfied with the style of Burgundy wines from the 1970s and 1980s, Bizot looked back to earlier generations for inspiration, emphasizing purity, terroir expression, and minimal intervention. Today, Domaine Bizot spans just 3.5 hectares, yet produces highly sought-after Pinot Noir noted for its subtlety, emotion, and experimental spirit, reflecting Bizot’s instinct-driven approach rather than adherence to convention.
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Domaine Bonnefond is a family-run estate in Côte-Rôtie, Northern Rhône, founded in 1955 with just one hectare of vines and later expanded significantly under Charles Bonnefond in the 1980s. Initially, the family sold grapes to négociants, but by 1990 brothers Patrick and Christophe Bonnefond took over and began bottling their own wines, establishing the domaine’s reputation for concentrated, terroir-driven Syrah. Over the years, they expanded holdings to around 10 hectares across prestigious Côte-Rôtie parcels such as Rozier, Les Rochains, and Semons, as well as Condrieu for Viognier. Today, Domaine Bonnefond is recognized internationally for producing powerful yet increasingly refined wines that reflect the character of the Côte Brune and Côte Blonde slopes of the Rhône Valley.
Tasting Notes
Very fresh and intense with fantastic dark fruit and wet earth. Mushrooms, too. Full-bodied, powerful and extremely long. Such depth and freshness. A great wine. I remember this wine when it was young; it showed so much wood, but it has come together wonderfully. Bravo! Long future.
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Clos L’Eglise is known for producing high-quality wines that are complex and flavorful. The wines undergo malolactic fermentation in 100% new French oak barrels and are aged for 16-18 months. The estate has a rich history dating back to the 18th century. Clos L’Eglise wines are highly regarded for their depth, complexity, and true expression of the Pomerol terroir. They are a great choice for wine enthusiasts looking to experience the best of Bordeaux.
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Domaine des Comtes Lafon, based in Meursault in Burgundy’s Côte de Beaune, was established in the late 19th century when Jules Lafon, a lawyer, married Marie Boch in 1894 and inherited prime vineyard parcels in Meursault and Volnay, later adding a piece of the legendary Montrachet in 1919. Initially, much of the vineyard work was handled by sharecroppers, but in 1956 René Lafon began reclaiming the vines, and by 1961 the domaine started bottling its own wines. Since 1985, René’s son Dominique Lafon has led the estate, introducing biodynamic viticulture and elevating it to one of Burgundy’s most acclaimed producers, renowned for its expressive, terroir-driven whites and reds from prestigious appellations like Meursault Charmes, Perrières, and Montrachet.
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Domaine Leroy, located in Auxey-Duresses in Burgundy, was born out of the négociant business Maison Leroy, founded in 1868 by François Leroy; his grandson Henri expanded the family’s influence by acquiring shares in Domaine de la Romanée-Conti in 1942, cementing a long association with one of Burgundy’s most legendary estates. In 1971, Henri’s daughter Lalou Bize-Leroy took over management, bringing her uncompromising standards and extraordinary palate to the forefront. She later purchased the estates of Charles Noëllat and Philippe Rémy, establishing Domaine Leroy in 1988 and immediately converting all vineyards to biodynamic farming, a pioneering move at the time. Today, Domaine Leroy spans about 23 hectares, mostly Premier and Grand Cru sites, and is renowned worldwide for producing some of the rarest, most sought-after, and expensive Pinot Noir wines in Burgundy, consistently celebrated for their purity, intensity, and longevity.
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Winemaker Notes
a mature profile featuring developed aromas of toast, mushroom, and honey, alongside classic Chablis notes of lemon, grapefruit, and oyster shell. On the palate, it maintains the traditional Raveneau texture—described as silky yet with a "fine steely core"—and concludes with a lingering finish of citrus and butter.
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Domaine Raveneau, established in 1948 by François Raveneau in Chablis, France, is a premier, family-run producer renowned for its exceptional Grand and Premier Cru Chardonnay. By marrying Andrée Dauvissat and acquiring vineyards during a post-war downturn, François built a 10-hectare estate that emphasizes traditional, low-yield, and barrel-aged methods.
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Domaine Besson is a family-run estate in Givry, Burgundy, with roots dating back to the 1930s, when Jules Besson began cultivating vines in the Côte Chalonnaise. Over the decades, the domaine expanded under successive generations, with Jean Besson modernizing operations in the mid-20th century and later passing the reins to his children. Today, siblings Julien and Nathalie Besson manage the estate, which covers around 30 hectares of vineyards, making it one of the largest family domaines in Givry. Known for its commitment to sustainable viticulture and careful cellar work, Domaine Besson produces expressive Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines that highlight the character of Givry’s terroir, earning recognition as a benchmark producer in the appellation.
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The 1999 Bouchard Père & Fils/Chateau du Vosne Romanee La Romanee is a deep, ruby-colored Grand Cru with massive structure, intense, ripe aromas of blackberries, oriental spices, and tea, often showing surprising, early-drinking richness compared to its typical austerity. It is lauded for its tremendous concentration, fine tannins, and a long,, sensual finish.
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Founded in 1731 in Beaune by Michel Bouchard, Bouchard Père & Fils is one of Burgundy's oldest and largest estates, holding 130 hectares of vines across the Côte d'Or, including prestigious Grand and Premier Cru plots. Renowned for historical parcels like the monopoly Beaune Grèves Vigne de l'Enfant Jésus, the estate blends traditional, multi-generational expertise with modern, gravity-fed winemaking techniques.
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Domaine Leroy, located in Auxey-Duresses in Burgundy, was born out of the négociant business Maison Leroy, founded in 1868 by François Leroy; his grandson Henri expanded the family’s influence by acquiring shares in Domaine de la Romanée-Conti in 1942, cementing a long association with one of Burgundy’s most legendary estates. In 1971, Henri’s daughter Lalou Bize-Leroy took over management, bringing her uncompromising standards and extraordinary palate to the forefront. She later purchased the estates of Charles Noëllat and Philippe Rémy, establishing Domaine Leroy in 1988 and immediately converting all vineyards to biodynamic farming, a pioneering move at the time. Today, Domaine Leroy spans about 23 hectares, mostly Premier and Grand Cru sites, and is renowned worldwide for producing some of the rarest, most sought-after, and expensive Pinot Noir wines in Burgundy, consistently celebrated for their purity, intensity, and longevity.
