{"title":"Opus One","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOpus One\u003c\/b\u003e is a name synonymous with luxury and excellence in the world of fine wine. The journey of this incredible Estate is a remarkable tale of collaboration, innovation, and the pursuit of uncompromising quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe Visionaries - Robert Mondavi and Baron Philippe de Rothschild\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the Opus One story are two iconic figures in the wine industry: \u003cb\u003eRobert Mondavi\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eBaron Philippe de Rothschild\u003c\/b\u003e. Robert Mondavi, a renowned American winemaker, was known for his pioneering work in California's Napa Valley. He was a visionary who believed that winemaking was an art that brought people together, celebrating the generosity of spirit and the passion of the heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the other side of the Atlantic, Baron Philippe de Rothschild, of the esteemed Châteaux \u003cb\u003eMouton Rothschild\u003c\/b\u003e and\u003cb\u003e Lafite Rothschild\u003c\/b\u003e in Bordeaux, was a business tycoon who had achieved success not only in the wine industry but also in the world of art labels. His belief was that wine transcended human existence and endured beyond its creation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe genesis of Opus One can be traced back to 1970 when Robert Mondavi and Baron Philippe de Rothschild met for the first time at the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel on the Big Island of Hawaii. This meeting marked the beginning of their collaboration to merge the best of Old World and New World winemaking styles and philosophy into one grand opus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe Birth of Opus One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMondavi and Rothschild’s collaboration officially came to life in 1979 when the \u003cb\u003efirst vintage\u003c\/b\u003e of \u003cb\u003eOpus One\u003c\/b\u003e, then named \u003cb\u003eNapamedoc\u003c\/b\u003e, was created. This unique label symbolized the blending of Franco-American winemaking traditions. However, it wasn't until 1980 that this first vintage was launched, and in 1982, under the official name: Opus One. The origins of the term Opus One were derived from the ancient Latin terminology, \u003cb\u003eOper\u003c\/b\u003e, which implies the first \u003cb\u003emasterpiece\u003c\/b\u003e of a musician. More importantly, though to the two savvy wine marketers, “\u003cb\u003eOpus One\u003c\/b\u003e” was \u003cb\u003eeasy to pronounce\u003c\/b\u003e in multiple languages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpus One wine made its public debut in 1984, however even before its official release, it had garnered significant interest, as a \u003cb\u003esingle case\u003c\/b\u003e of the wine sold for \u003cb\u003e$24,000\u003c\/b\u003e at the first Napa Valley Wine Auction in 1981. By the 1990s, Opus One had risen to prominence as the quintessential \u003cstrong\u003eCalifornia \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eCult Wine\u003c\/b\u003e, finding a dedicated following not only in the United States but also across Asia and Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2004, when Constellation Brands took over the Robert Mondavi winery, the estate of Baron Rothschild engaged in negotiations with Constellation Brands to assume control over various aspects of the winery, including marketing, vineyard management, and administrative operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOpus One Winery – “Californian 1st Growth”\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpus One boasts a picturesque vineyard that covers over 100 acres in the heart of Napa Valley, with a significant portion sourced from Robert Mondavi's legendary To Kalon Vineyard. This iconic vineyard is known for producing exceptional grapes that contribute to the opulence and depth of Opus One wines. The choice of location was deliberate, as Napa Valley's climate and soil composition resemble that of Bordeaux, which played a pivotal role in defining the style of Opus One.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/grandcruliquidassets.com\/blogs\/news\/a-guide-to-napa-valleys-avas\"\u003e Oakville AVA\u003c\/a\u003e experiences a Mediterranean climate, as does Bordeaux, characterized by warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. This climate is ideal for grape cultivation and allows for a long growing season, which is essential for achieving full ripeness and flavor development in the grapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin the AVA, there are microclimates that influence the different blocks of vineyards at Opus One. These microclimates result from variations in elevation, exposure to sunlight, and proximity to the Napa River. The estate's diverse terroir allows for the cultivation of different grape varieties and the creation of complex blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA significant portion of Opus One's vineyards was sourced from the renowned To Kalon Vineyard. The To Kalon Vineyard is celebrated for its diverse soil types, which contribute to the complexity of the grapes grown there. The soils in this vineyard consist of well-draining alluvial deposits, including gravelly, loamy, and clay-rich soils. These variations in soil types offer unique mineral characteristics to the grapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to the To Kalon Vineyard, Opus One's estate vineyards include blocks with alluvial and volcanic soils. These soils provide a range of flavors and textures, enhancing the complexity of the final blend. The presence of mineral-rich soils in the vineyards imparts distinctive mineral and earthy notes to the wine, adding depth and character to the final product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the estate's 50+ year history, it established itself as one of the earliest \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"California Cult Wines\" href=\"https:\/\/grandcruliquidassets.com\/collections\/california-cult-wines\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCult Wines\u003c\/a\u003e. Its status comes as a result of the legendary pairing of Robert Mondavi and Baron Philippe de Rothschild, fusing Old World principles and a New World terroir. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe Process of Creating A Masterpiece\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpus One's winemaking process is marked by meticulous attention to detail. The grapes are hand-harvested and carefully sorted, ensuring that only the finest fruit is used. Advanced winemaking facilities are employed to ferment and age the wine, involving more than 30 substantial fermentation tanks. To ensure the highest quality, the final blend is rigorously tested for taste in an advanced laboratory, overseen by Michael Silacci, a winemaking expert with over two decades of experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOpus One Wine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOpus One\u003c\/b\u003e is a single wine, a \u003cb\u003eBordeaux Blend\u003c\/b\u003e sourced from estate vineyards in Oakville. Though every vintage differs slightly based on natural conditions surrounding the winemaking process, such as climate, most bottles can be described in a similar manner: The Opus One wine has intense aromas of black plum, blueberry, black currant, and dried rose petals, accentuated by mineral undertones. The creamy, satiny texture is framed by fine-grained tannins. The freshness and soft glow of acidity create a subtle tension with dark fruit flavors, savory herbs, espresso, and cocoa. A delicate dark chocolate bitterness lingers on the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eIn one word: \u003cb\u003eDelicious\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to its flagship wine, Opus One produces a second label known as Overture, crafted from the fruit that doesn't make it into the primary blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eTwo Legends – One Legacy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOpus One\u003c\/b\u003e is a living testament to the dedication of its founders, \u003cb\u003eRobert Mondavi\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eBaron Philippe de Rothschild\u003c\/b\u003e, to create a wine of unparalleled quality and distinction. Their collaboration has given the world a \u003cb\u003emasterpiece\u003c\/b\u003e that transcends time and place, capturing the essence of each vintage. Opus One is not just wine; it is a symbol of excellence, an art form, and a representation of boundless possibilities that can be achieved when visionary minds come together in pursuit of a common goal.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"opus-one-1982-750ml","title":"1982 Opus One, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml)","description":"\"The 1982 Opus One is one of the more direct wines in this complete vertical. There is plenty of fruit in the glass, but at the same time, the tannins aren't as polished as they are in other vintages of the same era. Today, the 1982 comes across as a bit burly and rough around the edges. The depth of the fruit suggests the 1982 might actually still benefit from further time in bottle! The blend is 82% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Cabernet Franc and 2% Merlot.\" AG Jun 2013\u003cbr\u003eOpus One, Napa Valley\u003cbr\u003eFrom: Opus One – Past, Present and Future: 1979-2012 (Jun 2013): I wasn't sure what to expect as I walked into the massive Opus One winery a few weeks ago. The opportunity to survey an estate's entire production is not something that happens every day. At this level, wines can express so much; the spirit of the people involved, the characteristics of where they are from, and the personality of a vintage. Opus One is among the most famous wines in Napa Valley, but quality has been up and down over the years. How would the wines show? Well, that was answered loud and clear a few hours later. I found the best wines from the early days still in great shape, with a handful that remain truly outstanding. With the last few vintages, Opus One seems to have entered a newfound period of brilliance.","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32963194781755,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-0750-1982-F0L0C0","price":649.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/products\/USROPUOPUS-0750-1982-F0L0C0_71a7b5a4-2392-4b55-9378-30d968a79a12.jpg?v=1664490870"},{"product_id":"opus-one-1984-750ml","title":"1984 Opus One, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml)","description":"JA94 \"This is a generously-structured, powerful wine, with a still beating heart and layers of liqourice-backed fruits that show their age through a subtle bricking around the edge of the glass, and gentle eucalyptus and forest floor notes.\" JA for DR Sep 2019","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32963195240507,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-0750-1984-F0L0C0","price":579.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/products\/USROPUOPUS-0750-1984-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1626302109"},{"product_id":"opus-one-1989-750ml","title":"1989 Opus One, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml)","description":"One of the powerhouses in this vertical, the 1989 Opus One explodes from the glass with layers of resonant fruit. Over time, the intensity of the fruit fades a little as some slightly more rustic elements ? including a suggestion of brett ? emerge. A spell of rain brought some relief to the drought-striking plants. The 1989 is 97 Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon and 1% Merlot.\" AG Jun 2013\u003cbr\u003eOpus One, Napa Valley","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32963195994171,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-0750-1989-F0L0C0","price":495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-0750-1989-F0L0C0_116ef48e-13df-487c-8b37-f6f1195bdd7a.jpg?v=1734397490"},{"product_id":"opus-one-1992-750ml","title":"1992 Opus One, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml)","description":"DR95 \" Still evident power and concentration running through the body of the wine, although salinity and soft cedar on the finish takes it into a more tertiary feel. An enjoyable see-saw between young and old, this feels firm and bright in what was an early harvest year. 38 days skin contact.\" JA for DR Sep 2019","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32963197993019,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-0750-1992-F0L0C0","price":495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-0750-1992-F0L0C0_7d513dd0-41de-481c-8a8d-0bc792c44e92.jpg?v=1742521279"},{"product_id":"opus-one-1993-750ml","title":"1993 Opus One, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml)","description":"\"This has wonderful spice and depth but drops off just a little quicker than some. 42 days skin contact, variable weather during flowering so a difficult fruit set and low crop numbers in the end. A cool August allowed for long slow ripening, and there are layers of liquorice and slate notes adding complexity through the mid-palate.\" JA for DR Sep 2019","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32963198255163,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-0750-1993-F0L0C0","price":495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-0750-1993-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1739764739"},{"product_id":"opus-one-1994-750ml","title":"1994 Opus One, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml)","description":"AG96 \"What a pleasure it is to taste and drink the 1994 Opus One. Far better than a bottle I had last year, this bottle is absolutely terrific. Voluptuous, sexy and layered to the core, the 1994 races across the palate with superb depth and pure class.\" AG for VM Oct 2014","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32963198320699,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-0750-1994-F0L0C0","price":539.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-0750-1994-F0L0C0_1626904a-3e70-47ca-9336-e3dd20a8b100.jpg?v=1749511267"},{"product_id":"opus-one-1995-750ml","title":"1995 Opus One, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml)","description":"\"Freshly cut flowers, raspberries, anise and savory herbs jump from the glass in the 1995 Opus One. A beautifully bright, focused wine, the 1995 stands out for its high-toned aromatics and fabulous balance. All the elements are in the right place. This is a distinctly pretty, feminine Opus One that is all about grace. An attractive aromatic lift rounds things out nicely. Stylistically, the 1995 belongs to the wines of similarly high rainfall vintages such as 1986 and 2011. The 1995 is 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Cabernet Franc, 5% Merlot and 2% Malbec.\" AG 93 Pts for VM Jun 2013\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\"The 1995 Opus One is medium to deep garnet-brick in color. It is quite delicate and shy on the nose, revealing subtle notes of stewed strawberries, cranberry sauce, and rosebud tea opening out to hints of Chinese five spice and dusty soil with a touch of tobacco leaf. The medium-bodied palate is elegant and beautifully poised, with lightly chewy tannins and just enough freshness, finishing with a perfumed lift.\" LPB 93 Pts for TWI Published: Jun 12, 2024","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32963198419003,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-0750-1995-F0L0C0","price":539.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-0750-1995-F0L0C0_cab42f08-15d2-46ff-92d5-eef6df68bef8.jpg?v=1742521278"},{"product_id":"opus-one-1999-750ml","title":"1999 Opus One, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml)","description":"JA98 \"The richness of the texture takes a step up with this vintage, and the wines are at this point starting to display consistency and clarity of purpose. Black cherry meets the brambled hedgerow fruits, and a damson puree fills the mid-palate, this is deeply spiced with cloves and anise. The tannins are clear and present but silky. 3% Malbec and 1% Petit Verdot completes the blend.\" JA for DR Sep 2019","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32963198681147,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-0750-1999-F0L0C0","price":499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-0750-1999-F0L0C0_01e099e4-ed23-44a2-acb7-bf5a5ed0ea34.jpg?v=1742521275"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2001-750ml","title":"2001 Opus One, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml)","description":"DR98 \"Small concentrated berries from a long harvest that lasted from 1st September 1 to 19th October. Michael Salacci arrived as winemaker this year, taking over as Patrick Léon retired. This was the first time that Opus had its own winemaker, and immediatley you feel the impact of his work. He felt instinctively that Opus needed to go richer, and from this point on it more regularly hits the Californian stride. It comes through in the construction of the wine, almost chewy, with striking, sexy dark chocolate, black pepper and cassis fruits, still with great acidity to keep things raising towards the finish. This was also the first vintage released to the Bordeaux marketplace - so signalling a period of immense change. The wine stands up well and has a long life ahead. 3% Malbec and 2% Petit Verdot completes the blend.\" JA for DR Sep 2019","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32963198746683,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-0750-2001-F0L0C0","price":499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-0750-2001-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1770404262"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2003-750ml","title":"2003 Opus One, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml)","description":"LP95 \"The 2003 Opus One is deep garnet in color with a touch of brick. It opens with gorgeous rose oil, crushed cloves, and chocolate box scents, leading to a core of plum preserves and blueberry compote with a touch of garrigue. The full-bodied palate has a solid structure of grainy tannins and plenty of freshness to support the bright, expressive black fruits, finishing long and opulent. Aging a a glacial pace, while delicious now, this fragrant beauty still has a good 15-20-years+ to go.\" LPB for TWI Jan 2023\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRP94 \"This blend of 91% Cabernet Sauvignon and the rest Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Merlot and Malbec aged 17 months in French oak is a strong effort offering creme de cassis, cedarwood, white chocolate and spice box. It possesses a Bordeaux-like personality, as one might expect since Opus One is owned by Baroness Philippe de Rothschild and the winemaking team comes primarily from Pauillac. The significant tannin in the wine provides a slight austerity, but this is a full-bodied, rich effort that marks the beginning of a period when Opus One finally began to live up to the enormous potential first announced in the late 1970s by the late Baron Philippe de Rothschild and the late Robert Mondavi. Although accessible now, the 2003 will benefit from another 4-5 years of cellaring and should keep for two decades.\" RP Jun 2013\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJD94 \"From a vintage that saw plenty of rain at harvest, the 2003 Opus One is nevertheless ripe and nicely concentrated, with plenty of intensity in its ripe cassis and redcurrant fruit as well as spicy, herbal, and cedary nuances. The tannins are certainly more present here, and probably always will be, but this is a classic, impeccably put-together Cabernet that will evolve for another 15 years. The blend is 91% Cabernet Sauvignon and the balance Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Merlot, and Malbec.\" JD Feb 2023","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32963198844987,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-0750-2003-F0L0C0","price":475.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-0750-2003-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1770404315"},{"product_id":"opus-one-1988-750ml","title":"1988 Opus One, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml)","description":"A layered, impeccably graceful wine, the 1988 Opus One is all about textural harmony and balance. Sweet, silky tannins wrap around the expressive fruit in a wine that stands out for its overall harmony. Dark plums, leather, tobacco and spices linger on the polished finish. This is another Opus One that relies more on balance than on pure size. The Cabernet Sauvignon is quite low in this vintage at 85%, while Cabernet Franc, at 13%, is much more pronounced. A dollop of Merlot rounds out the blend.","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32963254059067,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-0750-1988-F0L0C0","price":495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-0750-1988-F0L0C0_5b8e499a-f3fc-462e-aaa2-33f6b383619d.jpg?v=1699662655"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2006-750ml","title":"2006 Opus One, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml)","description":"JS95 \"Sage and mint in the nose, it is Opus style. Full bodied and layered, with polished tannins and wonderful length. This is tight, but fascinating still. This wine has a good future, very juicy, and will only keep getting better. Don't touch this until 2014. Find the wine\" JS Apr 2011\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDR95 \"Rich, damson and spiced plum notes, chocloate and roses, black olives, rosemary and cinammon. A great year with depth and layers, well finessed tannins, a little subuded through the finish but the structure is there, and this is a serious wine. 3% Malbec and 3% Petit Verdot completes the blend.\" JA for DR Sep 2019","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32963309174843,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-0750-2006-F0L0C0","price":485.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-0750-2006-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1707433850"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2000-750ml","title":"2000 Opus One, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml)","description":"\"A long, cool growing season in 2000 and you can feel this through the character of the fruit, which has less intensity that some vintages, still with sweet blueberry and raspberry, with caressing soft tannins that are a little more open than you might expect. At this point Opus was still being made by the team at the Mondavi vineyards, and there was a growing awareness that they needed their own team; able to focus on exactly what they needed (these things are always more obvious in a difficult year, as there are so many vineyard choices to be taken). 3% Malbec and 2% Petit Verdot completes the blend.\" JA for DR Sep 2019","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32963485859899,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-0750-2000-F0L0C0","price":495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-0750-2000-F0L0C0_182c9308-0cda-4c85-9f64-4bb7e01d58c5.jpg?v=1768594538"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2002-6-pack-owc-750ml","title":"2002 Opus One, Napa Valley, Case of 6 btls","description":"AG95 \"The 2002 Opus One is in a gorgeous spot right now. Ripe and plummy, with stunning aromatic presence, the 2002 offers alluring up-front fruit, cedar, tobacco, mint and dried flowers. There's lovely savoriness from the early picks to balance the more overt, kirsch-like fruit from the later picks. I would prefer to drink this over next decade or so.\" AG for VM May 2024\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJD95 \"The 2002 Opus One is a clear step up over the 2001 and offers a round, lush, classic Napa style in its ripe black fruits, smoked tobacco, chocolate, and cedar pencil-like aromatics. Full-bodied on the palate, it stays nicely balanced, has ripe, supple tannins, and a great finish. If the 2001 is Bordeaux-like, this is pure Napa Valley goodness. It’s fully mature yet should easily evolve for another 10-15 years as well.\" JD Feb 2023\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRP94 \"I tend to think that recent vintages of Opus One are even greater than vintages made during this era, but the 2002 is certainly one of the top wines Opus has produced during the early part of this century. It boasts a dense plum\/purple hue along with a striking bouquet of graphite, toasty oak, creme de cassis and acacia flowers. Full-bodied, opulent and young, it offers accessibility as well as silky tannins. A thoroughly complete wine that is pure and rich, it tastes like a hypothetical blend of a great Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon married to a Bordeaux Pauillac. Bravo! It will benefit from 2-3 more years of cellaring and should keep for 20-25 thereafter.\" RP Jun 2012\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nLP94 \"Deep garnet in color with a touch of brick, the 2002 Opus One bursts with creme de cassis, blackberry preserves, and sandalwood notes, followed by hints of bay leaves, cigar box, and tilled soil, plus a waft of tree bark. The medium to full-bodied palate is jam packed with black and blue fruits, supported by plush tannins and compelling freshness, finishing long and earthy.\" LPB for TWI Jan 2023\n","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32963558080571,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-PK06-2002-F0L0C0","price":2995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-PK06-2002-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1742521218"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2006-6-pack-owc-750ml","title":"2006 Opus One, Napa Valley, Case of 6 btls","description":"JS95 \"Sage and mint in the nose, it is Opus style. Full bodied and layered, with polished tannins and wonderful length. This is tight, but fascinating still. This wine has a good future, very juicy, and will only keep getting better. Don't touch this until 2014. Find the wine\" JS Apr 2011\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDR95 \"Rich, damson and spiced plum notes, chocloate and roses, black olives, rosemary and cinammon. A great year with depth and layers, well finessed tannins, a little subuded through the finish but the structure is there, and this is a serious wine. 3% Malbec and 3% Petit Verdot completes the blend.\" JA for DR Sep 2019","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32963558670395,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-PK06-2006-F0L0C0","price":2995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/products\/USROPUOPUS-PK06-2006-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1665085219"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2005-750ml","title":"2005 Opus One, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml)","description":"JA97 \"At the 20 year point, and this is classic Opus, stately, reserved, balanced, richly aromatic, layered with incense and sandalwood that appear in waves through the palate and is just so damn good. Captures the generosity of Napa, the gentle spices of a warm season, and yet there are slate tannins that tug and slow things down. This one reminds me of the sibling relationship with Mouton, more than any other in this lineup - it delivers a kick of generosity and opulence without ever going too far. Love it.\" JA for IB Jun 2025\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWS96 \"From a long, moderate growing season, according to Silacci, this is fully formed, with gently mulled cassis and cherry preserve flavors that move slowly, yielding hints of savory and iron along the way. A broad swath of tannins emerges on the loamy finish, keeping this firmly grounded in terroir. Gorgeous. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Malbec. -- Non-blind Opus One vertical (September 2019).\" JM for WS Sep 2019\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRP95 \"This famous wine, first created by the late Baron Philippe de Rothschild and the late Robert Mondavi, started off life as a very good, but rarely exceptional wine. Over the last ten or more years, the administration at Mouton Rothschild, particularly the team led by Philippe Dhalluin, has truly pushed the level of quality to the point where this is clearly one of the great wines of Napa. And after so many years, it represents the pinnacle of French viticultural knowledge combined with that of California and Napa’s Shangri La-like microclimate. The 2005 Opus One, a blend of 88% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot, 3% Cabernet Franc and 1% Malbec, has a ruby\/purple color and a beautiful, sweet nose of créme de cassis and spring flowers. Complex and medium to full-bodied, with silky tannin and superb purity and balance, this is exactly what Opus One was meant to be when it was first proposed. Of course, it is a popular wine to criticize, but the quality has never been better, and certainly 2005 is a beauty. It is reaching full maturity at ten years, but I think there is still another 10-15+ years of upside potential in this wine. It is full-bodied, opulent and, dare I say, delicious. Given its popularity and brand recognition, it’s nice to know that even at a major steak house you can probably find this wine and be thrilled to buy it and drink it.\" RP Jun 2015\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJD95 \"From a cooler vintage, the 2005 Opus One is 88% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, 3% each of Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc, with the final 1% Malbec brought up, I believe, in mostly new French oak. It’s another beautifully perfumed wine that’s firing on all cylinders today and offers mature dark fruits, sappy tobacco, chocolate, and abundant minerality. Medium to full-bodied on the palate, it’s fully mature yet still has good mid-palate depth, noticeable tannins, and a great finish. I’d certainly be thrilled to drink a bottle. It will evolve for another 15+ years with no issues.\" JD Feb 2013","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32963568697403,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-0750-2005-F0L0C0","price":495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-0750-2005-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1717530251"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2002-750ml","title":"2002 Opus One, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml)","description":"AG95 \"The 2002 Opus One is in a gorgeous spot right now. Ripe and plummy, with stunning aromatic presence, the 2002 offers alluring up-front fruit, cedar, tobacco, mint and dried flowers. There's lovely savoriness from the early picks to balance the more overt, kirsch-like fruit from the later picks. I would prefer to drink this over next decade or so.\" AG for VM May 2024\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJD95 \"The 2002 Opus One is a clear step up over the 2001 and offers a round, lush, classic Napa style in its ripe black fruits, smoked tobacco, chocolate, and cedar pencil-like aromatics. Full-bodied on the palate, it stays nicely balanced, has ripe, supple tannins, and a great finish. If the 2001 is Bordeaux-like, this is pure Napa Valley goodness. It’s fully mature yet should easily evolve for another 10-15 years as well.\" JD Feb 2023\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRP94 \"I tend to think that recent vintages of Opus One are even greater than vintages made during this era, but the 2002 is certainly one of the top wines Opus has produced during the early part of this century. It boasts a dense plum\/purple hue along with a striking bouquet of graphite, toasty oak, creme de cassis and acacia flowers. Full-bodied, opulent and young, it offers accessibility as well as silky tannins. A thoroughly complete wine that is pure and rich, it tastes like a hypothetical blend of a great Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon married to a Bordeaux Pauillac. Bravo! It will benefit from 2-3 more years of cellaring and should keep for 20-25 thereafter.\" RP Jun 2012\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nLP94 \"Deep garnet in color with a touch of brick, the 2002 Opus One bursts with creme de cassis, blackberry preserves, and sandalwood notes, followed by hints of bay leaves, cigar box, and tilled soil, plus a waft of tree bark. The medium to full-bodied palate is jam packed with black and blue fruits, supported by plush tannins and compelling freshness, finishing long and earthy.\" LPB for TWI Jan 2023\n","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32963794763835,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-0750-2002-F0L0C0","price":499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-0750-2002-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1742521180"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2004-750ml","title":"2004 Opus One, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml)","description":"LP97 \"Deep garnet in color, the 2004 Opus One sashays out of the glass with a gorgeous perfume of violets and Chinese five spice, followed by bold scents of black cherries, cassis, and raspberry coulis, plus a hint of licorice. The full-bodied palate is fantastically pure and concentrated, with a firm, grainy texture and seamless freshness, finishing with epic length.\" LPB for TWI Jan 2023\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDR97 \"This is the point at which Opus becomes a fully independent estate, with its own vineyard crew so able to react when needed throughout the growing season. And this first vintage under their entire control, with floral notes coming through on the attack that expand through the mid-palate into full on smoked caramel, black chocolate and rich cassis puree. Still inky in colour with firm confident tannins, a long life ahead, this is intense and impressive. 4% Petit Verdot and 1% Malbec completes the blend.\" JA for DR Sep 2019\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJD96 \"The 2004 Opus One showed beautifully and is a hidden gem in the vintage. A blend of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Merlot, and the rest other Bordeaux varieties, brought up in new barrels, it has a plush, concentrated, yet still almost Old World style in its darker fruits, smoked tobacco, licorice, and chocolate-like aromas and flavors. Drink this pure, balanced, elegant 2004 over the coming decade. As with the 2001, there’s an undeniably Bordeaux-like character in this wine.\" JD Feb 2023\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRP96 \"Aged in 100% new French oak for 17 months and in bottle for 14 months prior to release, the 2004 Opus One is a blend of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Merlot and the rest Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc and Malbec. It boasts a dense ruby\/purple color along with a sweet bouquet of lead pencil shavings, black currants and a hint of toasty oak. More evolved than usual, this full-bodied, opulent 2004 is part of the new wave of Opus Ones made under the administration of Philippe Dhalluin, the administrator of Mouton Rothschild, who has begun to exploit this estate’s enormous potential. This beauty can be drunk now or cellared for another 20 years.\" RP Apr 2014","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32963959980091,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-0750-2004-F0L0C0","price":475.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-0750-2004-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1770404364"},{"product_id":"opus-one-1985-750ml","title":"1985 Opus One, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml)","description":"JA97 \"Dark flesh with an anise, saline edge to the finish, luscious quality to the brambled fruits, with a sweetness that gives away their age but a ton of minerality that keeps things skipping along. Widely seen as one of the best vintages of the 1980s, with an early budbreak, a long moderate growing season and warm dry harvest, and this is still going strong.\" JA for DR Sep 2019","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32964070473787,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-0750-1985-F0L0C0","price":579.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-0750-1985-F0L0C0_6d24cf70-2971-48a0-9b97-ec0db511aaa6.jpg?v=1706830544"},{"product_id":"opus-one-1985-750ml-high-shoulder","title":"1985 Opus One, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml) [High Shoulder]","description":"JA97 \"Dark flesh with an anise, saline edge to the finish, luscious quality to the brambled fruits, with a sweetness that gives away their age but a ton of minerality that keeps things skipping along. Widely seen as one of the best vintages of the 1980s, with an early budbreak, a long moderate growing season and warm dry harvest, and this is still going strong.\" JA for DR Sep 2019","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32964074176571,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-0750-1985-F3L0C0","price":539.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-0750-1985-F3L0C0.jpg?v=1734397470"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2007-6-pack-owc-750ml","title":"2007 Opus One, Napa Valley, Case of 6 btls","description":"LP98 \"The 2007 Opus One is deep garnet in color. It wafts out of the glass with a flamboyant perfume of dried roses, cinnamon stick, aniseed, and forest floor over a core of blackberry pie, blueberry preserves, and blackcurrant jelly. The full-bodied palate is laden with rich, expressive black fruits, supported by ripe, velvety tannins and seamless freshness, finishing very long and fragrant. This was the first year winemaker Michael Silacci co-fermented all the Petit Verdot with the Cabernet Sauvignon.\" LPB Jan 2023\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJA98 \"One of the vintages of the decade, and this remains luscious, concentrated, easy to fall in love with. Incense, sandalwood, cocoa bean, cigar box, crushed mint, olive tapenade, graphite, pencil lead, sea spray, classic Cabernet Sauvignon check boxes, real kick of spice on the finish, stretches out with great tannic arcitecture and a cushion of fresh acidities. Trace of heat on the finish, takes it in its stride, generous but measured.\" JA for IB Jun 2025","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32964139384891,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-PK06-2007-F0L0C0","price":3195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-PK06-2007-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1704831756"},{"product_id":"opus-one-1989-750ml-top-shoulder","title":"1989 Opus One, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml) [Top Shoulder]","description":"One of the powerhouses in this vertical, the 1989 Opus One explodes from the glass with layers of resonant fruit. Over time, the intensity of the fruit fades a little as some slightly more rustic elements ? including a suggestion of brett ? emerge. A spell of rain brought some relief to the drought-striking plants. The 1989 is 97 Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon and 1% Merlot.\" AG Jun 2013","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32964188799035,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-0750-1989-F1L0C0","price":485.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-0750-1989-F1L0C0_a1607547-d5db-421b-8059-b2f13080db06.jpg?v=1734397470"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2001-750ml-slightly-soiled-label","title":"2001 Opus One, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml) [Slightly Scuffed Label]","description":"DR98 \"Small concentrated berries from a long harvest that lasted from 1st September 1 to 19th October. Michael Salacci arrived as winemaker this year, taking over as Patrick Léon retired. This was the first time that Opus had its own winemaker, and immediatley you feel the impact of his work. He felt instinctively that Opus needed to go richer, and from this point on it more regularly hits the Californian stride. It comes through in the construction of the wine, almost chewy, with striking, sexy dark chocolate, black pepper and cassis fruits, still with great acidity to keep things raising towards the finish. This was also the first vintage released to the Bordeaux marketplace - so signalling a period of immense change. The wine stands up well and has a long life ahead. 3% Malbec and 2% Petit Verdot completes the blend.\" JA for DR Sep 2019","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32964218880059,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-0750-2001-F0L3C0","price":485.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-0750-2001-F0L3C0.jpg?v=1778711090"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2008-750ml","title":"2008 Opus One, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml)","description":"LP96 \"Deep garnet in color, the 2008 Opus One needs a little swirling to unlock notes of Morello cherries, black raspberries, and blackcurrant preserves, followed by suggestions of Indian spices, potpourri, and Jasmine tea. The full-bodied palate has a firm backbone of grainy tannins and bold freshness supporting the densely laden black fruits, finishing with great length and wonderfully perfumed.\" LPB for TWI Jan 2023\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJA96 \"Rich, deep and inviting plum colour, clear texture and concentration, this has really softened and opened up since I last tasted it in 2019, now full of energy and reserved power. This was the year that Bob Mondavi died, and that director Michael Silacci was working on introducing dry farming across the vineyard. Final year before Jean-Emmanuel Danjoy, viticulturist and assistant winemaker, returned to Bordeaux, where he is now winemaker of Mouton Rothschild. 100% new oak for ageing.\" JA for IB Jun 2025\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAG95 \"A gorgeous wine, the 2008 Opus One is just beginning to enter its first plateau of maturity. The tannins have softened while the aromatics show lovely complexity as well as depth. Blueberry, blackberry, gravel, lavender, licorice, leather and dark spice notes all add character. The 2008 is an especially dark, somber Opus One, although the softening tannins make the wine approachable today. The blend is 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Petit Verdot, 4% Merlot, 1% Cabernet Franc and 1% Malbec.\" AG Jan 2018","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32964248764475,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-0750-2008-F0L0C0","price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-0750-2008-F0L0C0_43f7049d-1a82-4c3b-b9c6-8c0c74778132.jpg?v=1706818698"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2009-6-pack-owc-750ml","title":"2009 Opus One, Napa Valley, Case of 6 btls","description":"AG94+ \"The 2009 Opus One is impeccable. It brings together the silkiness of the 2007 with the power and darkness of the 2008, a combination that is hugely appealing, to say the least. With a little air, the 2009 can be enjoyed young, but it is best cellared for at least a few years, which will allow some of the baby fat to drop off. The blend is 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Cabernet Franc, 6% Petit Verdot, 3% Merlot and 1% Malbec.\" AG for VM Jun 2013","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32964323475515,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-PK06-2009-F0L0C0","price":2995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-PK06-2009-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1704831801"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2007-750ml","title":"2007 Opus One, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml)","description":"LP98 \"The 2007 Opus One is deep garnet in color. It wafts out of the glass with a flamboyant perfume of dried roses, cinnamon stick, aniseed, and forest floor over a core of blackberry pie, blueberry preserves, and blackcurrant jelly. The full-bodied palate is laden with rich, expressive black fruits, supported by ripe, velvety tannins and seamless freshness, finishing very long and fragrant. This was the first year winemaker Michael Silacci co-fermented all the Petit Verdot with the Cabernet Sauvignon.\" LPB Jan 2023\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJA98 \"One of the vintages of the decade, and this remains luscious, concentrated, easy to fall in love with. Incense, sandalwood, cocoa bean, cigar box, crushed mint, olive tapenade, graphite, pencil lead, sea spray, classic Cabernet Sauvignon check boxes, real kick of spice on the finish, stretches out with great tannic arcitecture and a cushion of fresh acidities. Trace of heat on the finish, takes it in its stride, generous but measured.\" JA for IB Jun 2025","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32964455039035,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-0750-2007-F0L0C0","price":499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-0750-2007-F0L0C0_edit.jpg?v=1734392743"},{"product_id":"opus-one-1988-750ml-top-shoulder","title":"1988 Opus One, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml) [Top Shoulder]","description":"A layered, impeccably graceful wine, the 1988 Opus One is all about textural harmony and balance. Sweet, silky tannins wrap around the expressive fruit in a wine that stands out for its overall harmony. Dark plums, leather, tobacco and spices linger on the polished finish. This is another Opus One that relies more on balance than on pure size. The Cabernet Sauvignon is quite low in this vintage at 85%, while Cabernet Franc, at 13%, is much more pronounced. A dollop of Merlot rounds out the blend.","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32964482400315,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-0750-1988-F1L0C0","price":485.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-0750-1988-F1L0C0.jpg?v=1734482456"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2009-750ml","title":"2009 Opus One, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml)","description":"AG94+ \"The 2009 Opus One is impeccable. It brings together the silkiness of the 2007 with the power and darkness of the 2008, a combination that is hugely appealing, to say the least. With a little air, the 2009 can be enjoyed young, but it is best cellared for at least a few years, which will allow some of the baby fat to drop off. The blend is 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Cabernet Franc, 6% Petit Verdot, 3% Merlot and 1% Malbec.\" AG for VM Jun 2013","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32964652499003,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-0750-2009-F0L0C0","price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-0750-2009-F0L0C0_55570240-bafc-4f59-bd72-77237c9e986c.jpg?v=1742521085"},{"product_id":"opus-one-overture-750ml","title":"Opus One, Overture, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml)","description":"\u003cbr\u003eOpus One, Overture, Napa Valley","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32964895473723,"sku":"USR:OPU:OVER-0750-NONV-F0L0C0","price":179.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/products\/USROPUOVER-0750-NONV-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1644001304"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2012-6-pack-owc-750ml","title":"2012 Opus One, Napa Valley, Case of 6 btls","description":"JA97 \"Clearly more concentrated than the 2011, showcasing espresso, liquorice, bitter black chocolate, mint leaf, blackcurrant, cassis, blood orange, velvety tannins. This captures the exuberance of Napa tempered by the restraint of Opus and will power for decades. Great balance, great stuff, hard not to fall in love with. 100% new oak for ageing, Michael Silacci director, harvest September 21 to October 20, 18 days skin contact.\" JA for IB Jun 2025\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRP96 \"The iconic 2012 Proprietary Red Opus One is a blend of 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Cabernet Franc, 6% Petit Verdot, 6% Merlot and 2% Malbec aged 18 months in French oak. A classy, complex, suave and savory 2012 Opus One, with notes of toasty oak and crème de cassis. This Pauillac lookalike, made by the staff at Mouton Rothschild, is a beauty. They have continued to strengthen the quality of wine and seem to have produced a brilliant, world-class wine. I imagine the 2013 may even eclipse this, but this 2012 is one of their great ones, with a seamless integration of acidity, tannin, alcohol and wood all present in this beautiful, full-bodied wine that should drink well for 25-30 years.\" RP Dec 2015\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAG96 \"Rich, powerful and seductive, the 2012 Opus One blossoms in the glass with superb textural richness and volume. Dark red and black fruit, smoke, cedar, new leather and tobacco all meld together as the 2012 shows off its personality. Fine, silky tannins support the huge, creamy finish. The 2012 has just been bottled, but it is superb. I expect the 2012 will offer a long and broad drinking window of pure pleasure.\" AG for VM Sep 2014","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32965262999611,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-PK06-2012-F0L0C0","price":2995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-PK06-2012-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1742521009"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2011-750ml","title":"2011 Opus One, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml)","description":"DR95 \"As the most Bordelais vintage of the new millenium, the 2011 Opus One is one that will appeal to tasters with classical sensibilities. A complex bouquet of cassis, blackberry, rich soil, tobacco leaf and cedar, with a nice framing of new oak, is followed on the palate by a savoury, well-balanced and authoritative wine with good concentration and length. 2011 was a very challenging vintage, but the team at Opus One did an excellent job indeed.\" WK for DR Sep 2019\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAG94 \"The 2011 Opus One comes across as quite powerful and intense. Raspberry jam, rose petals, savory herbs and mint, all come together beautifully in the glass. The tannins are going to need a few years to soften, but the 2011 continues to develop very nicely in bottle. This is a very strong showing, especially within the context of the year. The 2011 is dark and even a bit rough round the edges, particularly when tasted alongside the surrounding vintages. The lithe, mid-weight, savory style is at times more Old World than New, yet all the elements are in the right place.\" AG Dec 2014\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJA94 \"Powerful, fragrant, black tea, crayon, soy, this was a cooler year of Napa where rain fell off and on through the season, and I am totally unapologetically a fan of what they achieved here at Opus. Yes there is a touch more earthiness on the aromatics than in other vintages, and perhaps it is more European in style, but it is totally charming, totally in the sweet spot to drink right now, delicate and yet with depth, filled with raspberry, blueberry and loganberry fruits, set against sage, orange peel and tobacco leaf. Harvest September 24 to October 24, with 40% of the fruit brought it before the heavy storms in early October, and a pause of a week before restarting. Michael Silacci director. 17 days skin contact.\" JA for IB June 2025","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32965514166331,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-0750-2011-F0L0C0","price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/products\/USROPUOPUS-0750-2011-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1742520978"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2012-750ml","title":"2012 Opus One, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml)","description":"JA97 \"Clearly more concentrated than the 2011, showcasing espresso, liquorice, bitter black chocolate, mint leaf, blackcurrant, cassis, blood orange, velvety tannins. This captures the exuberance of Napa tempered by the restraint of Opus and will power for decades. Great balance, great stuff, hard not to fall in love with. 100% new oak for ageing, Michael Silacci director, harvest September 21 to October 20, 18 days skin contact.\" JA for IB Jun 2025\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRP96 \"The iconic 2012 Proprietary Red Opus One is a blend of 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Cabernet Franc, 6% Petit Verdot, 6% Merlot and 2% Malbec aged 18 months in French oak. A classy, complex, suave and savory 2012 Opus One, with notes of toasty oak and crème de cassis. This Pauillac lookalike, made by the staff at Mouton Rothschild, is a beauty. They have continued to strengthen the quality of wine and seem to have produced a brilliant, world-class wine. I imagine the 2013 may even eclipse this, but this 2012 is one of their great ones, with a seamless integration of acidity, tannin, alcohol and wood all present in this beautiful, full-bodied wine that should drink well for 25-30 years.\" RP Dec 2015\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAG96 \"Rich, powerful and seductive, the 2012 Opus One blossoms in the glass with superb textural richness and volume. Dark red and black fruit, smoke, cedar, new leather and tobacco all meld together as the 2012 shows off its personality. Fine, silky tannins support the huge, creamy finish. The 2012 has just been bottled, but it is superb. I expect the 2012 will offer a long and broad drinking window of pure pleasure.\" AG for VM Sep 2014","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32965514362939,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-0750-2012-F0L0C0","price":495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-0750-2012-F0L0C0_920303c6-7e1c-4ac3-bd5d-e6db173f24ef.jpg?v=1768594463"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2013-6-pack-owc-750ml","title":"2013 Opus One, Napa Valley, Case of 6 btls","description":"JA100 \"A legendary vintage at Opus, and this remains an extremely impressive wine at 12 years old. Expect black olive paste, bilberry and cassis, richly nuanced with juicy stone fruits and cherry pit, fragrant, still barely getting going, drawn out on the finish. A great example of a vintage that could be drunk now, and no doubt is being drunk by many collectors, but which will richly reward further patience.\" JA for IB Jun 2025\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJS100 \"The greatest Opus ever. Terrific aromas of crushed black currants, blueberries, and flowers with hints of sweet tobacco. Roses continue to exude opulence and class. Full body, superb balance of ultra-fine tannins and vibrant acidity. Complex aftertaste of black fruits and citrus fruit. Extremely persistent. So approachable now and enjoyable. But will be even better in 2019 and beyond. 79% cabernet sauvignon, 7% cabernet franc, 6% merlot, 6% petit verdot, 2% malbec. This will always be beautiful to drink.\" JS Sep 2016\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDR100 \"I love the 2012, but honestly the 2013 just has the edge, because it is just as concentrated and full of fruit but acidity and floral nuance balances out the richness. Dark deep rosemary spice and black olive paste deepens the flavours through the mid-palate and you just have to hang on as this goes spiralling through, drawing the flavours out to a lengthy finish. 2% Malbec, 6% Petit Verdot completes the blend.\" JA for DR Sep 2019\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRobert Parker writes, \"This famous and iconic label, which was initially created by two great wine visionaries who have since passed on, Baron Philippe de Rothschild and Robert Mondavi, debuted in 1979.\" Published: Dec 30, 2016","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32965625610299,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-PK06-2013-F0L0C0","price":3295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-PK06-2013-F0L0C0_2afb76aa-84e8-4d5d-b023-a7cef8cfcbeb.jpg?v=1704832304"},{"product_id":"opus-one-1992-750ml-bin-soiled-label","title":"1992 Opus One, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml) [Slightly Wine Stained Label]","description":"DR95 \" Still evident power and concentration running through the body of the wine, although salinity and soft cedar on the finish takes it into a more tertiary feel. An enjoyable see-saw between young and old, this feels firm and bright in what was an early harvest year. 38 days skin contact.\" JA for DR Sep 2019","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32966020890683,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-0750-1992-F0L4C0","price":465.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-0750-1992-F0L4C0.jpg?v=1778711143"},{"product_id":"opus-one-1997-750ml-slightly-soiled-label","title":"1997 Opus One, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml) [Slightly Soiled Label]","description":"JA100 \"Jumps out of the glass, another one that stands out among the very best in the line-up; intense, well integrated flavours, blackberry, menthol, black olive, spiced rosemary and liqourice, and a gorgeous smoked cedar oak. 4% Malbec and 1% Petit Verdot completes the blend. This is the first vintage with all five varieties.\" JA for DR Sept 2019","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32966023643195,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-0750-1997-F0L4C0","price":525.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-0750-1997-F0L4C0.jpg?v=1778873818"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2013-750ml","title":"2013 Opus One, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml)","description":"JA100 \"A legendary vintage at Opus, and this remains an extremely impressive wine at 12 years old. Expect black olive paste, bilberry and cassis, richly nuanced with juicy stone fruits and cherry pit, fragrant, still barely getting going, drawn out on the finish. A great example of a vintage that could be drunk now, and no doubt is being drunk by many collectors, but which will richly reward further patience.\" JA for IB Jun 2025\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJS100 \"The greatest Opus ever. Terrific aromas of crushed black currants, blueberries, and flowers with hints of sweet tobacco. Roses continue to exude opulence and class. Full body, superb balance of ultra-fine tannins and vibrant acidity. Complex aftertaste of black fruits and citrus fruit. Extremely persistent. So approachable now and enjoyable. But will be even better in 2019 and beyond. 79% cabernet sauvignon, 7% cabernet franc, 6% merlot, 6% petit verdot, 2% malbec. This will always be beautiful to drink.\" JS Sep 2016\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJA100 \"A legendary vintage at Opus, and this remains an extremely impressive wine at 12 years old. Expect black olive paste, bilberry and cassis, richly nuanced with juicy stone fruits and cherry pit, fragrant, still barely getting going, drawn out on the finish. A great example of a vintage that could be drunk now, and no doubt is being drunk by many collectors, but which will richly reward further patience. A note on my 100 point score by the way - this vintage is extremely different to the 2021, which also got my top score, so please be aware - this is exceptional opulence, whereas the 2021 is exceptional classicism. Harvest September 5 to October 8. 100% new oak for ageing, Michael Silacci director. 18 days skin contact.\" JA for IB Jun 2025\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDR100 \"I love the 2012, but honestly the 2013 just has the edge, because it is just as concentrated and full of fruit but acidity and floral nuance balances out the richness. Dark deep rosemary spice and black olive paste deepens the flavours through the mid-palate and you just have to hang on as this goes spiralling through, drawing the flavours out to a lengthy finish. 2% Malbec, 6% Petit Verdot completes the blend.\" JA for DR Sep 2019\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRobert Parker writes, \"This famous and iconic label, which was initially created by two great wine visionaries who have since passed on, Baron Philippe de Rothschild and Robert Mondavi, debuted in 1979.\" Published: Dec 30, 2016","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32966117163067,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-0750-2013-F0L0C0","price":549.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-0750-2013-F0L0C0_d6a5276c-dd89-4278-bb33-14943b5c3e5e.jpg?v=1712618628"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2014-6-pack-owc-750ml","title":"2014 Opus One, Napa Valley, Case of 6 btls","description":"JS97 \"Mesmerizing aromas of flowers, bark, currants and blackberries. So perfumed. You just want to smell it. Exquisite tension and finesse with an almost Burgundian texture, yet it’s Napa in its soul with ripe fruit, stones, spices and Chinese tea leaf flavors. Savory and delicious.\" JS Jan 2018\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRP96 \"Deep garnet colored, the 2014 Opus One opens with youthful notes of warm blackberries, chocolate-covered cherries, redcurrant jelly and blackcurrant pastilles with hints of bay leaves, tobacco leaf and underbrush. Medium to full-bodied, firm and grainy with a lively backbone and tightly wound black and red berry layers, it finishes with a compelling herbal lift.\" LPB for TWA Feb 2021\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAG96 \"The 2014 Opus One is not as showy or obvious as some of the other surrounding vintages, but it will have its day. Stylistically, the 2014 is bright and also a touch linear, with a construction built more on focus rather than opulence. Readers should plan on giving the 2014 another few years in bottle at a minimum. The mid-weight style is a bit Old World-leaning in this striking, super-classic Opus One.\" AG for VM Dec 2018","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32966381928507,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-PK06-2014-F0L0C0","price":2795.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-PK06-2014-F0L0C0_8e66d3a7-1706-4f95-ab00-736595e026e4.jpg?v=1742520859"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2012-3-pack-owc-1-5l","title":"2012 Opus One, Napa Valley, Case of 3 Magnum","description":"JA97 \"Clearly more concentrated than the 2011, showcasing espresso, liquorice, bitter black chocolate, mint leaf, blackcurrant, cassis, blood orange, velvety tannins. This captures the exuberance of Napa tempered by the restraint of Opus and will power for decades. Great balance, great stuff, hard not to fall in love with. 100% new oak for ageing, Michael Silacci director, harvest September 21 to October 20, 18 days skin contact.\" JA for IB Jun 2025\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRP96 \"The iconic 2012 Proprietary Red Opus One is a blend of 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Cabernet Franc, 6% Petit Verdot, 6% Merlot and 2% Malbec aged 18 months in French oak. A classy, complex, suave and savory 2012 Opus One, with notes of toasty oak and crème de cassis. This Pauillac lookalike, made by the staff at Mouton Rothschild, is a beauty. They have continued to strengthen the quality of wine and seem to have produced a brilliant, world-class wine. I imagine the 2013 may even eclipse this, but this 2012 is one of their great ones, with a seamless integration of acidity, tannin, alcohol and wood all present in this beautiful, full-bodied wine that should drink well for 25-30 years.\" RP Dec 2015\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAG96 \"Rich, powerful and seductive, the 2012 Opus One blossoms in the glass with superb textural richness and volume. Dark red and black fruit, smoke, cedar, new leather and tobacco all meld together as the 2012 shows off its personality. Fine, silky tannins support the huge, creamy finish. The 2012 has just been bottled, but it is superb. I expect the 2012 will offer a long and broad drinking window of pure pleasure.\" AG for VM Sep 2014","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32966491242555,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-P315-2012-F0L0C0","price":2995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-P315-2012-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1717709570"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2014-750ml","title":"2014 Opus One, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml)","description":"JS97 \"Mesmerizing aromas of flowers, bark, currants and blackberries. So perfumed. You just want to smell it. Exquisite tension and finesse with an almost Burgundian texture, yet it’s Napa in its soul with ripe fruit, stones, spices and Chinese tea leaf flavors. Savory and delicious.\" JS Jan 2018\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRP96 \"Deep garnet colored, the 2014 Opus One opens with youthful notes of warm blackberries, chocolate-covered cherries, redcurrant jelly and blackcurrant pastilles with hints of bay leaves, tobacco leaf and underbrush. Medium to full-bodied, firm and grainy with a lively backbone and tightly wound black and red berry layers, it finishes with a compelling herbal lift.\" LPB for TWA Feb 2021\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAG96 \"The 2014 Opus One is not as showy or obvious as some of the other surrounding vintages, but it will have its day. Stylistically, the 2014 is bright and also a touch linear, with a construction built more on focus rather than opulence. Readers should plan on giving the 2014 another few years in bottle at a minimum. The mid-weight style is a bit Old World-leaning in this striking, super-classic Opus One.\" AG for VM Dec 2018","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32966800408635,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-0750-2014-F0L0C0","price":459.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-0750-2014-F0L0C0_f5cc2466-affa-41a8-b56d-c95c2f09f9ab.jpg?v=1770404458"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2015-6-pack-owc-750ml","title":"2015 Opus One, Napa Valley, Case of 6 btls","description":"JS98 (Opus One Napa Valley, Red, United States) Purity and brilliance on the nose with so much currant and flower character. Roses, currant bush and fresh leaves, too. Brightness is the word that comes to mind. Full-bodied and broad-shouldered. Juicy and so gorgeous now. Balance is so wonderful here. All about harmonious fruit and tannin balance. I like it slightly better than the excellent 2014. 81% cabernet sauvignon, 4% petit verdot, 7% cabernet franc, 6% merlot and 2% malbec. \n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRP97 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. “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. 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.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAG97 \"The 2015 Opus One is every bit as glorious as it was on release. I am so taken with the wine's freshness and verve. Flowers, red-toned fruit, spice and blood orange are very finely delineated. In its youth, the 2015 was decidedly exotic and flamboyant. Time has done a lot to settle down some of that initial exuberance.\" AG for VM Nov. 2025","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32966848020539,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-PK06-2015-F0L0C0","price":2995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-PK06-2015-F0L0C0_c7b0d17b-f39d-40be-8e6c-f593b86c5f59.jpg?v=1704832505"},{"product_id":"opus-one-1999-750ml-slightly-nicked-label","title":"1999 Opus One, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml) [Slightly Scuffed Label]","description":"\u003cp\u003eDR98 \"The richness of the texture takes a step up with this vintage, and the wines are at this point starting to display consistency and clarity of purpose. Black cherry meets the brambled hedgerow fruits, and a damson puree fills the mid-palate, this is deeply spiced with cloves and anise. The tannins are clear and present but silky. 3% Malbec and 1% Petit Verdot completes the blend.\" JA for DR Sep 2019\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32967151845435,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-0750-1999-F0L2C0","price":485.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-0750-1999-F0L2C0_ce9a4c1d-a4ce-477d-adeb-dbd72a09e901.jpg?v=1779472967"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2013-3-pack-owc-1-5l","title":"2013 Opus One, Napa Valley, Case of 3 Magnum","description":"JA100 \"A legendary vintage at Opus, and this remains an extremely impressive wine at 12 years old. Expect black olive paste, bilberry and cassis, richly nuanced with juicy stone fruits and cherry pit, fragrant, still barely getting going, drawn out on the finish. A great example of a vintage that could be drunk now, and no doubt is being drunk by many collectors, but which will richly reward further patience.\" JA for IB Jun 2025\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJS100 \"The greatest Opus ever. Terrific aromas of crushed black currants, blueberries, and flowers with hints of sweet tobacco. Roses continue to exude opulence and class. Full body, superb balance of ultra-fine tannins and vibrant acidity. Complex aftertaste of black fruits and citrus fruit. Extremely persistent. So approachable now and enjoyable. But will be even better in 2019 and beyond. 79% cabernet sauvignon, 7% cabernet franc, 6% merlot, 6% petit verdot, 2% malbec. This will always be beautiful to drink.\" JS Sep 2016\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDR100 \"I love the 2012, but honestly the 2013 just has the edge, because it is just as concentrated and full of fruit but acidity and floral nuance balances out the richness. Dark deep rosemary spice and black olive paste deepens the flavours through the mid-palate and you just have to hang on as this goes spiralling through, drawing the flavours out to a lengthy finish. 2% Malbec, 6% Petit Verdot completes the blend.\" JA for DR Sep 2019\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRobert Parker writes, \"This famous and iconic label, which was initially created by two great wine visionaries who have since passed on, Baron Philippe de Rothschild and Robert Mondavi, debuted in 1979.\" Published: Dec 30, 2016","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32967169114171,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-P315-2013-F0L0C0","price":3495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-P315-2013-F0L0C0_01efef39-aacf-4e7c-821d-17f1d697d6b7.jpg?v=1768594424"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2000-6-pack-750ml-owc-1","title":"2000 Opus One, Napa Valley, Case of 6 btls","description":"\"A long, cool growing season in 2000 and you can feel this through the character of the fruit, which has less intensity that some vintages, still with sweet blueberry and raspberry, with caressing soft tannins that are a little more open than you might expect. At this point Opus was still being made by the team at the Mondavi vineyards, and there was a growing awareness that they needed their own team; able to focus on exactly what they needed (these things are always more obvious in a difficult year, as there are so many vineyard choices to be taken). 3% Malbec and 2% Petit Verdot completes the blend.\" JA for DR Sep 2019","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34830536573087,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-PK06-2000-F0L0C0","price":2895.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-PK06-2000-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1742520705"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2001-6-pack-750ml-owc-1","title":"2001 Opus One, Napa Valley, Case of 6 btls","description":"DR98 \"Small concentrated berries from a long harvest that lasted from 1st September 1 to 19th October. Michael Salacci arrived as winemaker this year, taking over as Patrick Léon retired. This was the first time that Opus had its own winemaker, and immediatley you feel the impact of his work. He felt instinctively that Opus needed to go richer, and from this point on it more regularly hits the Californian stride. It comes through in the construction of the wine, almost chewy, with striking, sexy dark chocolate, black pepper and cassis fruits, still with great acidity to keep things raising towards the finish. This was also the first vintage released to the Bordeaux marketplace - so signalling a period of immense change. The wine stands up well and has a long life ahead. 3% Malbec and 2% Petit Verdot completes the blend.\" JA for DR Sep 2019","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34830536605855,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-PK06-2001-F0L0C0","price":2995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-PK06-2001-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1704831560"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2004-6-pack-750ml-owc-1","title":"2004 Opus One, Napa Valley, Case of 6 btls","description":"LP97 \"Deep garnet in color, the 2004 Opus One sashays out of the glass with a gorgeous perfume of violets and Chinese five spice, followed by bold scents of black cherries, cassis, and raspberry coulis, plus a hint of licorice. The full-bodied palate is fantastically pure and concentrated, with a firm, grainy texture and seamless freshness, finishing with epic length.\" LPB for TWI Jan 2023\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDR97 \"This is the point at which Opus becomes a fully independent estate, with its own vineyard crew so able to react when needed throughout the growing season. And this first vintage under their entire control, with floral notes coming through on the attack that expand through the mid-palate into full on smoked caramel, black chocolate and rich cassis puree. Still inky in colour with firm confident tannins, a long life ahead, this is intense and impressive. 4% Petit Verdot and 1% Malbec completes the blend.\" JA for DR Sep 2019\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJD96 \"The 2004 Opus One showed beautifully and is a hidden gem in the vintage. A blend of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Merlot, and the rest other Bordeaux varieties, brought up in new barrels, it has a plush, concentrated, yet still almost Old World style in its darker fruits, smoked tobacco, licorice, and chocolate-like aromas and flavors. Drink this pure, balanced, elegant 2004 over the coming decade. As with the 2001, there’s an undeniably Bordeaux-like character in this wine.\" JD Feb 2023\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRP96 \"Aged in 100% new French oak for 17 months and in bottle for 14 months prior to release, the 2004 Opus One is a blend of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Merlot and the rest Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc and Malbec. It boasts a dense ruby\/purple color along with a sweet bouquet of lead pencil shavings, black currants and a hint of toasty oak. More evolved than usual, this full-bodied, opulent 2004 is part of the new wave of Opus Ones made under the administration of Philippe Dhalluin, the administrator of Mouton Rothschild, who has begun to exploit this estate’s enormous potential. This beauty can be drunk now or cellared for another 20 years.\" RP Apr 2014","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34830536835231,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-PK06-2004-F0L0C0","price":2995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-PK06-2004-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1742520703"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2005-6-pack-750ml-1","title":"2005 Opus One, Napa Valley, Case of 6 btls","description":"JA97 \"At the 20 year point, and this is classic Opus, stately, reserved, balanced, richly aromatic, layered with incense and sandalwood that appear in waves through the palate and is just so damn good. Captures the generosity of Napa, the gentle spices of a warm season, and yet there are slate tannins that tug and slow things down. This one reminds me of the sibling relationship with Mouton, more than any other in this lineup - it delivers a kick of generosity and opulence without ever going too far. Love it.\" JA for IB Jun 2025\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWS96 \"From a long, moderate growing season, according to Silacci, this is fully formed, with gently mulled cassis and cherry preserve flavors that move slowly, yielding hints of savory and iron along the way. A broad swath of tannins emerges on the loamy finish, keeping this firmly grounded in terroir. Gorgeous. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Malbec. -- Non-blind Opus One vertical (September 2019).\" JM for WS Sep 2019\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRP95 \"This famous wine, first created by the late Baron Philippe de Rothschild and the late Robert Mondavi, started off life as a very good, but rarely exceptional wine. Over the last ten or more years, the administration at Mouton Rothschild, particularly the team led by Philippe Dhalluin, has truly pushed the level of quality to the point where this is clearly one of the great wines of Napa. And after so many years, it represents the pinnacle of French viticultural knowledge combined with that of California and Napa’s Shangri La-like microclimate. The 2005 Opus One, a blend of 88% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot, 3% Cabernet Franc and 1% Malbec, has a ruby\/purple color and a beautiful, sweet nose of créme de cassis and spring flowers. Complex and medium to full-bodied, with silky tannin and superb purity and balance, this is exactly what Opus One was meant to be when it was first proposed. Of course, it is a popular wine to criticize, but the quality has never been better, and certainly 2005 is a beauty. It is reaching full maturity at ten years, but I think there is still another 10-15+ years of upside potential in this wine. It is full-bodied, opulent and, dare I say, delicious. Given its popularity and brand recognition, it’s nice to know that even at a major steak house you can probably find this wine and be thrilled to buy it and drink it.\" RP Jun 2015\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJD95 \"From a cooler vintage, the 2005 Opus One is 88% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot, 3% each of Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc, with the final 1% Malbec brought up, I believe, in mostly new French oak. It’s another beautifully perfumed wine that’s firing on all cylinders today and offers mature dark fruits, sappy tobacco, chocolate, and abundant minerality. Medium to full-bodied on the palate, it’s fully mature yet still has good mid-palate depth, noticeable tannins, and a great finish. I’d certainly be thrilled to drink a bottle. It will evolve for another 15+ years with no issues.\" JD Feb 2013","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34830536900767,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-PK06-2005-F0L0C0","price":2995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-PK06-2005-F0L0C0_5013fb17-8931-4040-812f-c8dc0a8642d9.jpg?v=1704831719"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2018-6-pack-owc-750ml","title":"2018 Opus One, Napa Valley, Case of 6 btls","description":"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. It's full-bodied, yet ever so balanced and refined, with super fine tannins that last for minutes. Fresh herbs, such as bay leaf and lemon grass highlight the dark fruit. The quality of tannin is exquisite with wonderful polish and refinement. Lasts for minutes. So wonderful to taste now, but better after 2026.\" JS Aug 2021\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRP98 \"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.\" LPB for TWA Feb 2021\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJA98 \"As is so often the case with Opus, the wine expands slowly but surely, seducing you with the quality of tannins and the depth of the fruits that are wrapped around them. Silky at first, but as the wine expands you feel a grainier, slate texture that holds your interest. Rosebud, black cherry, cassis purée, espresso, juicy and elegant finish, extremely moreish. Similar vintage style to the 2005, a wine that I loved during a vertical of Opus I did in 2019, and the result of a mild and moderate growing season. They have eliminated green harvest as of 2020, and instead anticipate how to balance the crop earlier in the season during shoot thinning. 18 days skin contact in the cellar, another sign that this is a gentle vintage where everything came naturally so no need to macerate too long (over the years maceration has varied between 9 days and 43 days). Tasted twice.\" JA for IB Jul 2021\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDR98 \"Power and concentration from the start but with a lovely vein of cool blue fruits and an invigoratingly fresh core. Dark chocolate, coffee, blueberries and pomegranate combine to give a seductive nose and follow through on the palate with an immediate burst of juicy acidity and plush tannins. Layered and nuanced, the texture is striking, elegant and precise with juice that his the side of the mouth supported by oak spice that gently frames the overall feeling giving balance. Abundant in a sense but also reigned in making you want another glass straight away.\" GH for DR Jul 2021\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJD97 \"The 2018 Opus One is a blend of 84% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Petit Verdot, and the rest Merlot and Cabernet Franc. 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. With a Pomerol-like elegance and purity, it's medium to full-bodied and has wonderful tannins, flawless balance, and a great finish. It plays in the finesse-driven end of the spectrum yet is concentrated and seamless, with serious length. 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.\" JD Apr 2021","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40722263212215,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-PK06-2018-F0L0C0","price":2695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/products\/USROPUOPUS-PK06-2018-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1636049815"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2018-750ml","title":"2018 Opus One, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml)","description":"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. It's full-bodied, yet ever so balanced and refined, with super fine tannins that last for minutes. Fresh herbs, such as bay leaf and lemon grass highlight the dark fruit. The quality of tannin is exquisite with wonderful polish and refinement. Lasts for minutes. So wonderful to taste now, but better after 2026.\" JS Aug 2021\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRP98 \"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.\" LPB for TWA Feb 2021\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJA98 \"As is so often the case with Opus, the wine expands slowly but surely, seducing you with the quality of tannins and the depth of the fruits that are wrapped around them. Silky at first, but as the wine expands you feel a grainier, slate texture that holds your interest. Rosebud, black cherry, cassis purée, espresso, juicy and elegant finish, extremely moreish. Similar vintage style to the 2005, a wine that I loved during a vertical of Opus I did in 2019, and the result of a mild and moderate growing season. They have eliminated green harvest as of 2020, and instead anticipate how to balance the crop earlier in the season during shoot thinning. 18 days skin contact in the cellar, another sign that this is a gentle vintage where everything came naturally so no need to macerate too long (over the years maceration has varied between 9 days and 43 days). Tasted twice.\" JA for IB Jul 2021\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDR98 \"Power and concentration from the start but with a lovely vein of cool blue fruits and an invigoratingly fresh core. Dark chocolate, coffee, blueberries and pomegranate combine to give a seductive nose and follow through on the palate with an immediate burst of juicy acidity and plush tannins. Layered and nuanced, the texture is striking, elegant and precise with juice that his the side of the mouth supported by oak spice that gently frames the overall feeling giving balance. Abundant in a sense but also reigned in making you want another glass straight away.\" GH for DR Jul 2021\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJD97 \"The 2018 Opus One is a blend of 84% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Petit Verdot, and the rest Merlot and Cabernet Franc. 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. With a Pomerol-like elegance and purity, it's medium to full-bodied and has wonderful tannins, flawless balance, and a great finish. It plays in the finesse-driven end of the spectrum yet is concentrated and seamless, with serious length. 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.\" JD Apr 2021","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43448585093357,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-0750-2018-F0L0C0","price":439.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-0750-2018-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1742520535"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2015-750ml","title":"2015 Opus One, Napa Valley, Bottle (750ml)","description":"JS98 (Opus One Napa Valley, Red, United States) Purity and brilliance on the nose with so much currant and flower character. Roses, currant bush and fresh leaves, too. Brightness is the word that comes to mind. Full-bodied and broad-shouldered. Juicy and so gorgeous now. Balance is so wonderful here. All about harmonious fruit and tannin balance. I like it slightly better than the excellent 2014. 81% cabernet sauvignon, 4% petit verdot, 7% cabernet franc, 6% merlot and 2% malbec. \n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRP97 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. “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. 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.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAG97 \"The 2015 Opus One is every bit as glorious as it was on release. I am so taken with the wine's freshness and verve. Flowers, red-toned fruit, spice and blood orange are very finely delineated. In its youth, the 2015 was decidedly exotic and flamboyant. Time has done a lot to settle down some of that initial exuberance.\" AG for VM Nov. 2025","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44253922984173,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-0750-2015-F0L0C0","price":495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-0750-2015-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1696525428"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2012-1-5l","title":"2012 Opus One, Napa Valley, Magnum (1.5L)","description":"JA97 \"Clearly more concentrated than the 2011, showcasing espresso, liquorice, bitter black chocolate, mint leaf, blackcurrant, cassis, blood orange, velvety tannins. This captures the exuberance of Napa tempered by the restraint of Opus and will power for decades. Great balance, great stuff, hard not to fall in love with. 100% new oak for ageing, Michael Silacci director, harvest September 21 to October 20, 18 days skin contact.\" JA for IB Jun 2025\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRP96 \"The iconic 2012 Proprietary Red Opus One is a blend of 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Cabernet Franc, 6% Petit Verdot, 6% Merlot and 2% Malbec aged 18 months in French oak. A classy, complex, suave and savory 2012 Opus One, with notes of toasty oak and crème de cassis. This Pauillac lookalike, made by the staff at Mouton Rothschild, is a beauty. They have continued to strengthen the quality of wine and seem to have produced a brilliant, world-class wine. I imagine the 2013 may even eclipse this, but this 2012 is one of their great ones, with a seamless integration of acidity, tannin, alcohol and wood all present in this beautiful, full-bodied wine that should drink well for 25-30 years.\" RP Dec 2015\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAG96 \"Rich, powerful and seductive, the 2012 Opus One blossoms in the glass with superb textural richness and volume. Dark red and black fruit, smoke, cedar, new leather and tobacco all meld together as the 2012 shows off its personality. Fine, silky tannins support the huge, creamy finish. The 2012 has just been bottled, but it is superb. I expect the 2012 will offer a long and broad drinking window of pure pleasure.\" AG for VM Sep 2014","brand":"Opus One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46477243547885,"sku":"USR:OPU:OPUS-1500-2012-F0L0C0","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/USROPUOPUS-1500-2012-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1781108176"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/collections\/OpusOne_BW.jpg?v=1726612199","url":"https:\/\/grandcruliquidassets.com\/collections\/winery-opus-one.oembed?page=4","provider":"Grand Cru Liquid Assets","version":"1.0","type":"link"}