OPUS ONE WINE 2018 PLUS

In the aftertaste, mineral notes of the slate-dominated soils join in. 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. There are hints of dark chocolate and espresso. The essence of time is expressed in Opus One by the character of each vintage. In the finish, this storable red wine from the wine-growing region of California finally inspires with beautiful length. On the tongue, this powerful red wine is characterized by an incredibly dense and fleshy texture, aromas of black cherry, blueberry and cassis play on the palate. Excellent taste does not necessarily need a lot of sugar. This is a real quality wine, which clearly stands out from simpler qualities and so this North American enchants of course with all dryness with the finest balance. The Opus One 2018 offers profuse aromas of blackberry, cassis and black cherry. Tight And Firm With A Chewy Edge To the Dried Currant, Blackberry And Mineral Notes. It has been bottled with exceptionally little residual sugar. This wine delights with its elegantly dry flavor. A multi-vintage blend of mostly 2018 and some 2017, this is a fine, fruity and extremely likable second wine from Opus. Also received the wine 3 days after ordering. If we trace the aromas further, sage, rosemary and black olive are added. Love the no tax and no shipping cost on the 21st of each month. EXTREMELY LIMITED James Suckling scored this 99 points saying 'Extremely perfumed and floral with lavender, lilacs and violets to the sweet, ripe berries, such as blackberries and blackcurrants. 99 Points Robert Parker: ' Winemaker Michael Silacci commented that usually the blends are finished in January or February after the vintage. The nose of this red wine from California enchants with hints of blue and red fruits. This 2018 is an extraordinary Bordeaux blend of 84 Cabernet Sauvignon, 6 Petit Verdot, 5 Merlot, 4 Cabernet Franc and 1 Malbec from Napa Valley. 389.99 Qty Add to Cart Add to Wishlist 99 pts The new 2019 Opus One now available. Region: USA> California> Napa Valley> Oakville> To Kalon Vyd. It offers pleasure today but should benefit from 4-5 years in the cellar, and my money is on it evolving for 30 years or more.Grape : Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot, Petit Verdotįood Pairing: Boeuf Bourguignon, braised chicken in red wine or Ossobuco, or of course in its size also gladly solo.ĭescription: At the edges, there is also a colour transition into garnet red. Grapes: 84 Cabernet Sauvignon, 6 Petit Verdot, 5 Merlot, 4 Cabernet Franc, 1 Malbec. It plays in the finesse-driven end of the spectrum yet is concentrated and seamless, with serious length. With a Pomerol-like elegance and purity, it’s medium to full-bodied and has wonderful tannins, flawless balance, and a great finish. This deep purple-hued effort leans to lively, fresher side of the vintage but has a brilliant, utterly classic style in its crème de cassis and blue-tinged fruit as well as notes of lead pencil, candied violets, damp earth, and chocolate-like nuances. Made from 84 Cabernet Sauvignon, 6 Petit Verdot, 5 Merlot, 4 Cabernet Franc, 1 Malbec. JD97 The 2018 Opus One is a blend of 84% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Petit Verdot, and the rest Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Opus One Opus One 2018 A Red wine from Napa Valley, Napa County, California, United States. 84 Cabernet Sauv, 6 Petit Verdot, 5 Merlot, 4 Cabernet Franc, 1 Malbec - United States - 750ml.

OPUS ONE WINE 2018 PLUS

WA98 Very deep garnet-purple in color, the 2018 Opus One soars out of the glass with bright, bold boysenberries, warm cassis and ripe, juicy black plums notes, plus emerging nuances of lilacs, oolong tea, cinnamon stick, tilled soil and black truffles. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is packed with tightly wound layers of crunchy black fruits, supported by firm, grainy tannins and fantastic freshness, finishing with lifted fruitiness and on a lingering mineral note. Opus One Winery - Opus One Bordeaux Red Blend 2018. So wonderful to taste now, but better after 2026. The quality of tannin is exquisite with wonderful polish and refinement. Fresh herbs, such as bay leaf and lemon grass highlight the dark fruit. It already shows vibrant cassis, mulberry and plum fruit flavours exquisitely balanced by cedar, liquorice and dark. It’s full-bodied, yet ever so balanced and refined, with super fine tannins that last for minutes. The 2018 blend is 84 cabernet sauvignon, 6 petit verdot, 5 merlot, 4 cabernet franc, and 1 malbec, aged for 17 months in 100 new French oak before bottling which have delivered a complex, yet highly polished and fine wine.

JS99 Extremely perfumed and floral with lavender, lilacs and violets to the sweet, ripe berries, such as blackberries and blackcurrants. Some slate and graphite, too.

Opus one wine 2018