Opus One 2021 Napa Valley Red Wine 750ml

Opus One is one of the most celebrated wines in the world, born from a historic partnership between Baron Philippe de Rothschild of Château Mouton Rothschild and Napa Valley pioneer Robert Mondavi. The two first met in 1970 and set out to create a single wine that would unite the traditions of Bordeaux with the potential of Napa Valley, and their shared vision, signed on every label, continues today at the estate in Oakville. The 2021 vintage carries special significance: after the wildfire-affected 2020 vintage was made in tiny quantity and never released, 2021 marked Opus One's return to release with a new vintage. The growing season was unusually dry, with the second-lowest rainfall in the estate's history, while cooler temperatures early in the season and a warm summer without prolonged extreme heat produced small, concentrated berries with great purity. The wine is a blend of 93% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot and half a percent each of Merlot and Malbec, grown on the estate's Oakville vineyards and aged in new French oak barrels. Expect an alluring nose of black and red cherry, cassis, blueberry, violets, cedar and graphite, with notes of sandalwood and minerals. The palate is elegant and poised, medium- to full-bodied, with silky, super-refined tannins and layers of dark fruit, tobacco and spice. The finish is long, with dark chocolate, black tea and licorice. Approachable now with decanting, it has the structure to develop beautifully for decades. Wine Details Vintage 2021 ABV 14.5% Size 750ml Country United States Region Oakville, Napa Valley, California Type Red Wine, Bordeaux-style blend Blend 93% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot, 0.5% Merlot, 0.5% Malbec Aging New French oak barrels Producer Opus One Winery Serving 16 to 18°C; decant before serving Tasting Notes Color: Deep ruby to garnet purple. Nose: Black and red cherry, cassis, blueberry, violets, cedar, graphite and sandalwood. Palate: Elegant and poised, with silky tannins, dark fruit, tobacco and spice. Finish: Long, with dark chocolate, black tea and licorice. FAQ What grapes are in Opus One 2021? 93% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot, and half a percent each of Merlot and Malbec. Why is there no 2020 Opus One? The wildfire-affected 2020 vintage was made in tiny quantity and was not released. Who created Opus One? Baron Philippe de Rothschild and Robert Mondavi. Can I drink it now? Yes, with decanting, but it will continue to develop for decades. What should I pair it with? Prime beef, lamb, game or aged hard cheeses. Where can I buy Opus One 2021 online? Available here at Liquor On Broadway while stock lasts, with fast insured shipping nationwide.