Phelan Segur

Phelan SegurA legitimate sleeper that is still young and rich, this 2003 possesses lots of cassis, earth and mineral characteristics in its smoky, spicy, vibrant, young personality. It has reached its plateau of full maturity where it should remain for another decade. This would have been a great buy in 2003.

Otherwise there is more refinement and minerality to the lacy and refined middle weight flavors that deliver excellent length on the balanced finish where a touch of wood is in evidence

While this should reward a few years of cellar time I suspect that it will be accessible young as well

boding well for continued development

Shafer described 2011 as "London in Napa Valley

ash and incense along with really refined tannins with intense

Already quite soft and round on the front palate with fine tannins only on the very end

This is firmly structured and very classy – in sum

An almost timid nose reluctantly shares its aromas of various white orchard fruit that are laced with hints of citrus

As with many 2013s

There is an equally cool character to the vibrant

Best after 2005

powerful and beautifully persistent finish