The harvest lasted four weeks, and activity in the cellar proceeded at a calm and steady pace. Picking began on September 10th, a couple of days earlier than average. However, warmer temperatures toward the end of summer accelerated the fruit’s development and maturity. This delay led to later bloom and veraison.
OPUS ONE NAPA VALLEY RED WINE FULL
The first signs of budbreak were observed in the vineyard on March 27th a full 15 days later than usual. Dedicated to uncompromised quality, Opus One’s sole purpose is to express this vision and passionate spirit for generations to come.Ībundant spring rains, nearly double the annual average, saturated the soil and provided ample water for the growing season. 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. Opus One was founded by Baron Philippe de Rothschild, legendary proprietor of Château Mouton Rothschild, and renowned Napa Valley vintner Robert Mondavi. Tasted as a barrel sample, this is a truly magnificent Opus One in the making!" -LPB (4/2021) 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.
OPUS ONE NAPA VALLEY RED WINE PLUS
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. "Winemaker Michael Silacci commented that usually the blends are finished in January or February after the vintage. A blend of 78% cabernet sauvignon, 8% merlot, 7% petit verdot, 6% cabernet franc and 1% malbec. Fantastic length and structure to the wine, with tightness and focus. "The purity of fruit is really something else here, with currants and fresh flowers, such as violets and roses.
Opus One Napa Valley 2019 Red Wine 99 pts.
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