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Opus One - 2016 - Napa Valley

World • Napa Valley • Red

420,00€ tax included
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560,00€ / L
Packaging : 1 x 75cl - Cardboard box

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Description

  • Country UNITED STATES
  • Region World
  • Appellation Napa Valley
  • Color Red
  • Alcohol 12.5
  • Vintage 2016
  • Grape varieties Cabernet Sauvignon 77%, Petit Verdot 8%, Merlot 8%, Cabernet Franc 5%, and Malbec 2%

The 2016 Opus One is an iconic Napa Valley wine, the result of a collaboration between the legendary Robert Mondavi and Baron Philippe de Rothschild . This red wine, made primarily from Cabernet Sauvignon, embodies the elegance and complexity of Californian terroirs. Each sip reveals the harmony of the grape varieties, offering an unforgettable sensory experience. The estate's philosophy is based on the pursuit of excellence and the pure expression of terroir. This wine is an invitation to explore the very best of Napa Valley .

Ratings

Ratings

  • Wine Spectator 94/100
  • Parker (WA) 98/100
  • Vinous 96/100
Notes and pairings

Notes and pairings

Tasting notes

Dress: Deep and intense, of a ruby ​​red color.
Nose: A complex bouquet of black fruits, cherry, with notes of chocolate and spices.
Palate: Rich and velvety, it reveals silky tannins and a beautiful acidity, offering a lovely aromatic length.
Finish: Persistent, with nuances of ripe fruit and elegant woody touches.

Food & wine pairings

Ideal with duck breast with cherries or grilled filet mignon.
Producer

Producer

The Opus One vineyard benefits from a Mediterranean climate, ideal for ripening grapes. The vines are planted in varied soils, including clay, silt, and gravel, which impart a mineral richness to the wines. Sustainable viticultural practices respect the environment while guaranteeing the quality of the grapes. Each grape variety is carefully cultivated, fostering a unique expression of the Napa Valley terroir and climate. The attention paid to each plot contributes to the creation of wines of great complexity and beautiful harmony.

Owner and history

Careful vineyard management and favorable weather conditions have resulted in the production of very high-quality Cabernet Franc wines.

Vinification and aging

Winemaking at Opus One is a meticulous process, blending tradition and innovation. The grapes are harvested by hand and then sorted to retain only the finest fruit. Fermentation takes place in oak vats, allowing for a delicate extraction of tannins. After fermentation, the wine is aged in French oak barrels for 18 months, which imparts subtle aromas and an elegant structure. This particular care taken at each stage, from the vineyard to the aging process, reflects the desire to produce an exceptional wine, a true expression of its terroir.

Opus One - United States

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The team's opinion

Exceptionally complete, it combines density, freshness and impressive aging potential.

  • Serving temperature 16–18 °C

  • Climax 2025 à 2040

Wine profile

  • fruity
  • wooded
  • complex
  • timber frame