Born from the imaginative and prescient of winemaking legends—Baron Philippe de Rothschild and Robert Mondavi—Opus One is Napa’s reply to old-world excellence. The newly launched 2021 classic displays that legacy with a depth and richness honed by an uncommonly dry 12 months, which intensified focus and taste.
This classic opens with a darkish bouquet of cassis, blackberry, and black cherry, punctuated by hints of violet, vanilla, and warming spices. Aged for 19 ½ months in French oak and crafted with 93% Cabernet Sauvignon, the wine delivers intense, layered flavors that echo the aroma, enriched by an opulent mid-palate texture because of fine-grained tannins. Further notes of black tea, licorice, and darkish chocolate linger in a end constructed to final. With its roots within the traditions of each Napa and Bordeaux, Opus One 2021 guarantees enjoyment now or a long time down the road.
