With complex aromas of black cherry, plum, chocolate, currant and toasty oak, the wine displays layers of flavor and richness that disguise its power and longevity. Beautifully crafted and balanced, Insignia reflects a new level of quality from both the vineyards and the growing regions. The 2000 Insignia is a blend of 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot, and 1% Malbec. It reveals a smoky, rich cassis characteristic, medium to full body, and an open-knit, lush, generous style with...

Rating: 92(+?) - As reviewed by International Wine Cellar in Issue 108, May/June 2003 ($135; bottled the week prior to my visit; cabernet sauvignon with 18% merlot, 3% petit verdot, 1% cabernet franc and 1% malbec) Good bright medium ruby. Highly aromatic nose of cassis, crushed blackberry, violet, cola, cedar, mint chocolate and shoe polish, with enticing spicy high tones. Sweet and lush but penetrating, with lovely vinosity giving shape to the black fruit and mineral flavor...

Community Tasting Notes (average 91.8 pts. and median of 92 pts. in 154 notes)

Rating: (90-92) - As reviewed in Wine Advocate # 142 on Aug-02

Rating: 91/100 - As reviewed by The Wine Advocate in Issue 150

Rating: 92/100 - As reviewed by Wine Spectator

From uncle chucks trip to California. Loved it.