The 2012 is considered one of their greatest vintages just entering its drinking window, this wine will continue to improve until 2030. Kevin Sheedy, our tasting guide, did a superb educating us on the history of Opus One, the changes over the years, the cpage, and the different vintages we tasted. Opus One has positioned itself as the First Growth of Napa Valley and the wines are up to the task.
It continues to be one of the most expensive Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant wines produced in Napa Valley. The creamy, satiny texture is framed by fine-grained tannins. It was the first premium California wine sold in Europe. Supple and lingering, with truffle and charcoal on the finish.īest enjoyed with substantial, yet subtle, foods which will allow the wine to shine - a fine steak with delicate seasoning, perhaps. Last week, six of us had a truly memorable 'Opus One Experience tasting. 4.9 35 Ratings Have you tried this Rate it now Winemaker Notes The Opus One 2019 has intense aromas of black plum, blueberry, black currant, and dried rose petals, accentuated by mineral undertones. Supremely silky on the palate, with rounded tannin and a bright mineral character violet and lavender, a hint of mint and plenty of blackcurrant, black cherry and plum fruit. Initially a selection of the finest lots from the Mondavi Winery, since 1991 certain vineyard parcels came to be associated with Opus One, most notably the To-Kalon vineyard, which since 2005 has provided the core of the wine.īlackberry, rose petals and mocha aromas, with earth, cassis and leather providing nuance. United States Napa Valley Opus One Red wine Cabernet Sauvignon. One of the finest wines in California, and revered throughout the world. JAMES SUCKLING 99 POINTS ROBERT PARKER 98 POINTS 77 Cabernet Sauvignon, 8 Merlot, 8 Petit Verdot, 5 Cabernet Franc, 2 Malbec 'Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2016 Opus One offers up bold, expressive black and blue. Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Merlot and Malbec.A joint venture between the Robert Mondavi company (the family are no longer involved) and the late Baron Philippe de Rothschild, based in the Oakville appellation within Napa Valley. Finishes with a long, layered aftertaste. The dense core of fruit pushes through a front of rustic graphite and loamy earth. James Suckling Review Rated 97 Glorious purity of fruit here with black currants. Winespectator / James Suckling (93)Ī Pauillac-like expression from Napa Valley, this features smoky, toasty oak from the get-go, framing the intense flavors of earth, crushed rock and gravelly dried dark berry. Shop Opus One Napa Valley Red Wine 2012 6L Rated 97JS at the best prices.
I imagine the 2013 may even eclipse this, but this 2012 is one of their great ones, with a seamless integration of acidity, tannin, alcohol and wood all present in this beautiful, full-bodied wine that should drink well for 25-30 years. They have continued to strengthen the quality of wine and seem to have produced a brilliant, world-class wine. RNDC Winemaker Notes The 2012 Opus One effuses fresh dark fruit aromas accentuated by subtler notes of forest-floor and graphite. This Pauillac lookalike, made by the staff at Mouton Rothschild, is a beauty. James Suckling 97 Points Glorious purity of fruit here with black. Shop & Buy Rare and Collectible Wines Online - All Grand Cru Liquid Assets Wines in Stock & Ready to Ship 2012 Opus One, Napa Valley, Case of 12 btls. A classy, complex, suave and savory 2012 Opus One, with notes of toasty oak and crème de cassis. Napa Valley Opus One Robert Mondavi 2012 Volume: 360000 bottles Intensity: Silky Dominant aroma: Black fruit Tasting occasion: Gastronomic wine Grape. Interestingly, it wasn’t until relatively recently, in 2012, that Opus One opened a sales and distribution office in Bordeaux a surprisingly late development considering joint owner Mouton Rothschild operates a major Bordeaux negociant company. SOLD-OUT Opus One Napa Valley Cabernets 2012. The iconic 2012 Proprietary Red Opus One is a blend of 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Cabernet Franc, 6% Petit Verdot, 6% Merlot and 2% Malbec aged 18 months in French oak.
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