
A blend of 78% cabernet sauvignon, 8% merlot, 7% petit verdot, 6% cabernet franc and 1% malbec. Based largely on Cabernet Sauvignon mixed with 8 each of Petit Verdot and Merlot, with 5 Cabernet Franc and a splash of Malbec, its deep purple hue is followed by a beautiful bouquet of black cherries, crme de cassis, and blueberry fruit.

Fantastic length and structure to the wine, with tightness and focus. Cabernet Sauvignon 750ML/ 14.5 ABV Style: The 2016 Opus One is remarkably elegant and bright offering sumptuous aromas of fresh red and blue fruit. The 2016 Opus One is brilliant and shows yet again that 2016 was a magical vintage for Napa Valley. The purity of fruit is really something else here, with currants and fresh flowers, such as violets and roses. Tasted as a barrel sample, this is a truly magnificent Opus One in the making! The 2016 Opus One is remarkably elegant and bright offering. The 2016 Opus One is brilliant and shows yet again that 2016 was a magical vintage for Napa Valley. Full-bodied, the palate is jam-packed with juicy black, blue and red fruits, framed by velvety tannins and background freshness, finishing on a compelling earthy/mineral note. Blend: 77 Cabernet Sauvignon, 8 Merlot, 8 Petit Verdot, 5 Cabernet Franc, 2 Malbec. Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valle.' Project on Instagram: 'You can now find this iconic wine on our wine list.
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This year, with the 2019s, he was still tweaking the blend, but he did mention that this is “pretty close to the final blend.” Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2019 Opus One leaps from the glass with notes of Black Forest cake, Morello cherries, mulberries and fresh blackcurrants plus hints of licorice, wilted roses, Sichuan pepper and iron ore. Place, often defined as terroir, represents the geography, the climate and the essential human element which is captured in the wine’s balance between power and finesse, structure and texture. Based largely on Cabernet Sauvignon mixed with 8 each of Petit Verdot and Merlot, with 5 Cabernet Franc and a splash of Malbec, its deep purple hue is followed by a beautiful bouquet of black cherries, crème de cassis, and blueberry fruit. The essence of time is expressed in Opus One by the character of each vintage. Opus sells out every year, and we are usually sold out by the holidays. The 2016 Opus One is brilliant and shows yet again that 2016 was a magical vintage for Napa Valley. The critics have been going crazy over how good the 2016 vintage is and Opus One is always one of the top wines in Napa. MENTIONED IN THIS POST: Screaming Eagle Harlan BOND Hundred Acre When it comes to rare wines, it’s difficult to beat the cult Cabernet Sauvignon labels of Napa Valley, California. Based largely on Cabernet Sauvignon mixed with 8 each of Petit Verdot and Merlot, with 5 Cabernet Franc and a splash of Malbec, its deep purple hue is followed by a beautiful bouquet of black cherries, crme de cassis. Some of the most exclusive Napa wines include Cabernet Sauvignon from Screaming Eagle, Schrader, and Opus One. Based largely on Cabernet Sauvignon mixed with 8 each of Petit Verdot and Merlot, with 5 Cabernet Franc and a splash of Malbec, its deep purple hue is followed by a beautiful bouquet of black cherries, crme de cassis, and blueberry fruit intermixed with notions of cedary spice, toasty oak.
Winemaker Michael Silacci commented that usually the blends are finished in January or February after the vintage. THE ONE AND ONLY OPUS ONE We have received our allocation of the soon-to-be-released 2016 Opus One. 96 Points Jeb Dunnuck: 'The 2016 Opus One is brilliant and shows yet again that 2016 was a magical vintage for Napa Valley.The 2016 Opus One is brilliant and shows yet again that 2016 was a magical vintage for Napa Valley.It is twice the volume of a regular-sized bottle of wine.Source: March 2021 Week 3, The Wine Advocate Issue Date: 18th Mar 2021, (RP-97-99) This is an Opus One Cabernet Sauvignon (2016) in a magnum 1.5L bottle. The wine finishes with fresh acidity and a rich, lingering finish that promises longevity Silky, fine-grained tannins provide structure and aĬreamy texture. The entry is vibrant with ripe dark fruit flavors of plum, blackberry, andīlueberry followed by hints of vanilla and cocoa.


Initial dark fruit, spice, and baking aromas in the 2016 Opus One Cabernet Sauvignon are interwoven with seductive notes of violet, black tea, and sage. Dedicated to uncompromised quality, Opus One’s sole purpose is to express this vision and passionate spirit for generations to come. Opus One, like any great work, arose out of passion. By combining the great winemaking traditions and innovations of both families, the founders’ singular goal was to create an exceptional wine in the heart of Napa Valley. Based largely on Cabernet Sauvignon mixed with 8 each of Petit Verdot and Merlot, with 5 Cabernet Franc and a splash of Malbec, its deep purple hue is followed by a beautiful bouquet of black cherries, crme de cassis, and blueberry fruit intermixed with notions of cedary spice, toasty oak, graphite, and flowers. Opus One was founded by Baron Philippe de Rothschild, legendary proprietor of Château Mouton Rothschild, and renowned Napa Valley vintner Robert Mondavi.
