The estate vineyards of Opus One, comprised of four parcels, sit in the western portion of the famed Oakville AVA in Napa Valley. It remains an ongoing testament to the founders’ vision of a singular wine that transcends generations. Flavors of dark, black currants from the nose with a deep concentration, dark and deep earth, spice and dark oak. Celebrating age (Oakland, CA): Aromas of black currants, fruited earth, and damp oak. 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. WineBurrowingWombat Likes this wine: 93 Points. The good thing is that the estate of Baron. In 2004, for one billion dollars, Constellation Brands purchased Opus One Winery and added them to their extensive wine portfolio. Rising gracefully from the vineyards, Opus One winery stands in subtle celebration of the land and the open space that surrounds the estate. The essence of time is expressed in Opus One by the character of each vintage. Aged in French oak, Overture is composed of the same five varietals that Opus One is made with: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet France, Petit Verdot, and Malbec.

Guided by the vision of our founders, winemaker Michael Silacci combines intuition and technical acumen with the dual perspective of viticulturist and winemaker. From tasting berries to careful sorting and extended aging in new French oak barrels, each stage of the winemaking process is afforded the same meticulous consideration and attention. After 18 months, the Opus One wine is bottled and held an additional 15 months until release on October 1st each year. 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.

The essence of time is expressed in Opus One wine by the character of each vintage. The facial profile of the two founders is visible on their iconic label. Producing luxury wines from its Napa Valley vineyards, the partnership made its first vintage in 1979 and has made wine at Opus One since 1991. A great wine with highly concentrated fruit, notes of cassis, blackberry, graphite with velvety mouthfeel and long satisfying finish. Showing black fruits with tobacco, cedar, coffee, vanilla, licorice, chocolates, light earth, herbs and peppercorn. Opus One is a partnership founded by Baron Philippe de Rothschild of Chateau Mouton Rothschild in Pauillac, France, and renowned Napa Valley vintner, Robert Mondavi. spendergast Likes this wine: 96 Points. This is a delicious Bordeaux blend from Napa valley. 2005 Bottle (750ml) Meritage 2005 Opus One Napa Valley Meritage. Learn about Opus One, it’s history, the winery and the wine.

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