I like it slightly better than the excellent 2014. Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Malbec. All about harmonious fruit and tannin balance. 2016 Opus One Proprietary Red Wine Napa Valley (Pre-Arrival, ETA October 2019). Pure, rich dark berry, plum and gravelly earth flavors are framed by spicy, cedary oak notes, ending long, clean and elegant, with just the right touch of tannins. 4.6 34 Ratings Have you tried this Rate it now Winemaker Notes The essence of time is expressed in Opus One by the character of each vintage. Less structured and less tannic than its older flagship sibling, and more fruit forward as well. We have received our allocation of the soon-to-be-released 2016 Opus One. This seductive wine shows flavors of black cassis. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is wonderfully bright and crunchy, with bags of fresh black and red berries and a wonderfully plush, finely grained texture, finishing long and fragrant. The juicy entry offers a round, silky mouthfeel with just enough acidity to complement the satin texture. “So, when we took it out of barrel to prepare for bottling we added a few more components.” Medium to deep garnet-purple color, it bursts from the glass with beautiful violets, lavender, rose hip tea and chocolate-covered cherries scents over a core of crushed blackberries, black cherries, cassis and iron ore. This wine was too much-too much like a caricature for me,” winemaker Michael Silacci confessed to me while tasting the 2015 Opus One together again recently. Opus One is a Bordeaux-style blend dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, with smaller amounts of Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Malbec. 81% cabernet sauvignon, 4% petit verdot, 7% cabernet franc, 6% merlot and 2% malbec. All about harmonious fruit and tannin balance. All of the fruit intensity and ripeness of the vintage is evident, but the wine feels a bit more compact and less exuberant than it did at the outset. 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. Brightness is the word that comes to mind. 4.6 34 Ratings Have you tried this Rate it now Winemaker Notes The essence of time is expressed in Opus One by the character of each vintage.
Roses, currant bush and fresh leaves, too. 2015 Opus One Napa Valley, USA Avg Price (ex-tax) 444 / 750ml Critic tasting note: Silky, lush, polished and rich, the concentrated, full-bodied wine. Purity and brilliance on the nose with so much currant and flower character.
The wine finishes with fresh acidity and a rich, lingering finish that promises longevity in the cellar.īlend: Cabernet Sauvignon 81%, Cabernet Franc 7%, Merlot 6%, Petit Verdot 4%, Malbec 2% Silky, fine-grained tannins provide structure and a creamy texture. The entry is vibrant with ripe dark fruit flavors of plum, blackberry and blueberry followed by hints of vanilla and cocoa.
On rare occasions couriers will mishandle your package and deem it damaged before it arrives and send it back to our warehouse.Initial dark fruit, spice and baking aromas in the 2015 Opus One are interwoven with seductive notes of violet, black tea, and sage.What do I do if a courier does not deliver my package? Roses, currant bush and fresh leaves, too. Email us a picture at and we will make sure to send you a replacement bottle ASAP! Purity and brilliance on the nose with so much currant and flower character.What do I do if my order arrives damaged? You can review the exact rates in our shipping terms by clicking here We charge a flat rate of $9.99 Coast to Coast! We are required by the courier to pass through a $5 shipping fee as well.Unfortunately, we do not gift wrap as of now, but we do allow for gift notes at checkout and make sure each bottle sent is packaged with care and proper protection so your gift will get there safe and sound.
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