Opus one napa valley12/14/2022 ![]() 2024 – 2043’ 95 points, Antonio Galloni, vinous. It is pretty rare for Opus One to be so approachable at this stage. It will be interesting to see if the 2018 gains body with a bit of time in bottle. Silky tannins and lifted, perfumed aromatics add to an impression of finesse that distinguishes the 2018 from some of the preceding vintages in a pretty big way. Torri poured them both glasses of Opus One Napa Valley red wine and they sat down in Torri's sunroom, wrapping themselves in Torri's huge rattan chairs. ‘The 2018 Opus One is incredibly elegant and polished, right out of the bottle. ![]() Medium to full-bodied, the palate is packed with tightly wound layers of crunchy black fruits, supported by firm, grainy tannins and fantastic freshness, finishing with lifted fruitiness and on a lingering mineral note Drink 2024-2058’ 98 points, Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, #OPUS ONE NAPA VALLEY PLUS#‘Very deep garnet-purple in color, the 2018 Opus One soars out of the glass with bright, bold boysenberries, warm cassis and ripe, juicy black plums notes, plus emerging nuances of lilacs, oolong tea, cinnamon stick, tilled soil and black truffles. The perfect combination of finesse and power, the 2018 is definitely a wine to add to your collection! As ever quantities are extremely limited, so please contact us at the earliest opportunity. Beautifully harmonious on the palate, fine grained tannins and fresh acidity balance juicy black fruit accented with hints of orange zest and dark chocolate finishing with a ‘lingering mineral note’ says Monica Larner. Harvest began on September 19th and continued until the October 25th.Ī blend of Cabernet Sauvignon 84%, Petit Verdot 6%, Merlot 5%, Cabernet Franc 4% and Malbec 1%, with 17 months ageing in new French oak, the 2018 has a seductive bouquet of blackberries, cassis and black cherries followed by notes of violets, white pepper and rose petals. While the season got off to a later start than usual, veraison was only seven days later than average which gave the grapes the time to achieve perfect ripeness. The 2018 vintage enjoyed idyllic conditions. The 2018 is another outstanding achievement, a wine which ‘soars out of the glass’ according to Monica Larner who scores it a brilliant 98 points. By combining the great winemaking traditions of both families, their aim was to create an exceptional Bordeaux style blend in the heart of the Napa Valley. The entry is vibrant with ripe dark fruit flavors of plum. ![]() Opus One was founded by Robert Mondavi and Baron Philippe de Rothschild of Château Mouton. Producer tasting notes: 'Initial dark fruit, spice and baking aromas in the Opus One 2015 are interwoven with seductive notes of violet, black tea, and sage. ![]() Up next from La Place de Bordeaux, we are delighted to offer you the new 2018 vintage of Opus One. ![]()
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