The fine-grained, plush tannins evolve into a long, supple finish. This seductive wine shows flavors of black cassis, black cheerry and a hint of cocoa powder. The Opus One 2017 offers a harmonious aromatic balance of rich dark fruit, stems of roses, and earthy forest floor. 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. The juicy entry offers a round, silky mouthfeel with just enought acidity to complement the satin texture. The 2018 Opus One is a blend of 84 Cabernet Sauvignon, 6 Petit Verdot, and the rest Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Overture reflects the winemakers artistry by showcasing the talent of blending. The Opus One 2017 offers a harmonious aromatic balance of rich dark fruit, stems of roses and earthy forest floor. A Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley, California. Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Malbec. The structure is fine-grained, delivering a lingering hint of acidity. This features currant and plum fruit, with tobacco, loam and singed savory notes, maintaining range and driving through the finish. Medium-to full-bodied, round and savory with creamy, juicy tannins. Lots of currant and floral notes on the nose. Medium-bodied, the palate has a lively skip in its step, featuring bags of juicy raspberry and cassis-laced fruit and a refreshing line, supported by ripe, plush tannins, finishing long and graceful. Medium to deep garnet-purple colored, it slowly grows on the nose, revealing compelling notes of baked black cherries, mulberries, black raspberries, warm cassis and blackberry pie with nuances of spice cake, yeast extract, tapenade, licorice and dusty soil with a waft of wild sage. The 2017 Opus One, bottled in July 2019, is a blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Petit Verdot, 5% Cabernet Franc, 5% Merlot and 1% Malbec. 'Opus One had picked 91 of their fruit before the fires started in 2017, and only two lots were eliminated from consideration. Opus One had picked 91% of their fruit before the fires started in 2017, and only two lots were eliminated from consideration. Opus One 2017 is a concentrated red wine, made with Cabernet Sauvignon (80), Petit Verdot (9), Cabernet Franc (5), Merlot (5) and Malbec (1).
In 2017, Opus One has a distinctly red-toned fruit profile that distinguishes it from the surrounding vintages. Opus One (1.
The initial bouquet is augmented by more nuanced notes of sage, rosemary, and black olive. Exotic, beautifully perfumed and impeccable in its balance, Opus One is one of the most complete wines of the vintage. The 2016 Opus One is remarkably elegant and bright offering sumptuous aromas of fresh red and blue fruit, baking spices and vanilla, and a delicate fragrance of spring florals. Plush fruit and soft, silky contours give the 2017 its racy personality. A remarkable wine for the year, the 2017 Opus One is a dense, full-throttle beauty.
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