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Tasting notes
Score 94/100 · Drink 1998-2008, Robert Parker, Dec 1998

The 1997 Delice du Semillon is a decadently rich, unctuous, exceptionally pure and sweet wine that will thrill nectar lovers. This wine resembles a full-bodied Sauternes. It should drink well for another decade. Tel. (707) 963-2745; Fax (707) 963-4831

Critic scores

Critic scores
93
93/100

Average Score

94
94/100

Robert Parker

92
91-92/100

Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

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91 - 92 points
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Score 91-92/100 · Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

Livelier, more floral aromas of citrus peel, grapefruit and spicy oak. Less viscous and honeyed in the mouth, but very intensely flavored and tactile. Vibrant and strong in extract. The long, even finish leaves a dusty impression on the palate.

About the producer

Joseph Phelps - Producer
Joseph Phelps

California winery Joseph Phelps is best known for its flagship Insignia cuvée, one of the first and finest proprietary red wines in the Napa Valley.

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White

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Dry

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