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Opus One

Opus One 2021

SKU: OOCS202112 UCAU

$799.00

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Opus One was founded by Baron Philippe de Rothschild, legendary proprietor of Château Mouton Rothschild, and renowned Napa Valley vintner Robert Mondavi.

Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Malbec, which gives it a complex and balanced flavor profile with notes of black cherry, blackberry, and hints of vanilla and spice.

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Critic Scores

99 // James Suckling

"An enticing aroma of violets, cherry blossoms, fresh blue and black fruit and great structure define this beautiful, age-worthy wine. Subtle layering of fruit and oak spices between firm, fine-grained and supportive tannins gives it a calm intensity. So elegant and polished. Hints of cinnamon and graphite accent blackcurrant and blueberry flavors that linger and grow in a long finish. Already attractive to drink, but best after 2029."

97 // Jeb Dunnuck

"The 2021 Opus One is brilliant and I think one of the finest wines made from this estate. Deep ruby/purple-hued, with a gorgeous perfume of cassis, darker raspberries, spicy oak, and obvious minerality, it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, a layered, seamless mouthfeel, lots of ripe tannins, and a great finish. It shines on all accounts and is complex, nuanced, textured, and beautifully balanced. It will have 30 years of prime drinking. Drink 2023-2053."

98 // Decanter

"The 2021 Opus One is a blend of 93% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot, and half a percent each of Malbec and Merlot. It was aged up to 19 months in 100% new French oak. It's a seamless wine with balletic elegance and grace. From a deep ruby-crimson colour comes heady red and violet floral notes, sandalwood, and rich brown spices nuanced by graphite and dried sagebrush. Medium to full-bodied with ultrafine-grained tannins, almost powdery, with gorgeous cranberry and raspberry fruits and a kind of juicy, woody, crushed pomegranate seed character. You really can't believe how light and ephemeral this wine is. Drink 2024 - 2050. 98 points Jonathan Cristaldi - Decanter"

97 // Antonio Galloni

"The 2021 Opus One is absolutely gorgeous. Vibrant, layered and quite sensual in feel, the 2021 possesses the concentration and depth of years such as 2013 and 2010 but with more polished tannins. Dark red/purplish fruit, lavender, rose petal, mint and a touch of cinnamon open gracefully. Sweet floral notes extend the mid-palate into the finish, where silky tannins wrap it all together. The 2021 is an incredibly promising Opus One. Drink 2026-2051."

100 // Jane Anson

"A classical vintage that perfectly suits the Opus style. Gorgeous vivid plum colour, sculpted, balanced, with a ton of lift, waves of rose petals, iris and peony, soft grilled cumin, sage and white pepper spice. Love the hidden power here and the supple slightly chalky tannins that are structured in their architecture with a precision and carved quality. Precise, layered and stretched out, a brilliant Opus, concentrated and yet delicate. Feels pared back and captures the spirit of early Opus, when it moved forward the conversation of what Napa could be. Michael Silacci director, 100% new oak for ageing extremely well integrated even now."

Product Details

Red

2021

Cabernet Blend

Opus One

Napa County, California, USA

15 Plus Years

Cork

14.5%

750ml (Bottle)

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Description
The estate vineyards of Opus One, comprised of 4 parcels. In the vineyards, hand-harvesting and other traditional approaches are taken wherever they work best. When modern techniques benefit the winegrowing process, they are researched, evaluated and integrated into practice.

Aromas of black cherry, cassis, blackberry, and a hint of vanilla and spice. Full-bodied and rich, with flavours of dark fruit, chocolate, and espresso. The tannins are firm but well-integrated, providing structure and balance to the wine. The finish is long and lingering, with a touch of sweetness and a hint of minerality.
Tasting Profile

Light

Full

Low Tannin

Tannic

Sweet

Dry

Low Acidity

High Acidity

Food Pairings:

Pork

Red Meat

Tasting Notes

Description

The estate vineyards of Opus One, comprised of 4 parcels. In the vineyards, hand-harvesting and other traditional approaches are taken wherever they work best. When modern techniques benefit the winegrowing process, they are researched, evaluated and integrated into practice.

Aromas of black cherry, cassis, blackberry, and a hint of vanilla and spice. Full-bodied and rich, with flavours of dark fruit, chocolate, and espresso. The tannins are firm but well-integrated, providing structure and balance to the wine. The finish is long and lingering, with a touch of sweetness and a hint of minerality.

Tasting Profile

Light
Full

Low Tannin
Tannic

Sweet
Dry

Low Acidity
High Acidity

Food Pairings:

Pork

Red Meat

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