We were able to pick fairly regularly with an even flow in the cellar." The more 2016s I taste, the harder it is to fault this decadent, rich, blue and black-fruited vintage. "We had plenty of rain in the early part of the year," commented Opus One winemaker Michael Silacci, "followed by an early budbreak. 2016 is the vintage winemakers can't remember because it was so uneventful. 97+ Call it a hat trick: Opus One knocks it out of the park with three excellent, if very different, takes on the the last string of vintages: 2015, 20. This a very decadent expression of Opus One with a provocatively effortless harmoniousness that is truly difficult to resist. Full-bodied, super concentrated and packed with black and blue fruits, the palate is built like a brick house with firm, ripe, finely grained tannins and oodles of freshness, finishing long and perfumed. Very deep purple-black, the nose reveals profound notions of chocolate-covered cherries, crème de cassis, blueberry compote and licorice with touches of tobacco, cedar chest, Sichuan pepper, eucalyptus and violets. The blend is 78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Petit Verdot, 8% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc and 1% Malbec.A blend of 77.5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Petit Verdot, 8% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc and 1.5% Malbec, the Opus One 2016 Proprietary Red Wine was recently bottled in July and August 2018. Of the last four vintages, the 2016 is certainly the most open-knit in the early going. CountryUS RegionCalifornia North Coast AppellationNapa Valley PH14.5 Opus One Proprietary Red Napa Valley 2016 Cabernet Blends US JS99, WA97, VN96+ 364.95 750mL SOLD OUT Too late, we are SOLD OUT In a world-class Napa vintage like 2016, this is a must for collectors. I expect the 2016 will enjoy a long drinking window that will start to open relatively soon. In this mini-vertical, the 2016 most closely resembles the 2014, although it has more mid-palate sweetness and overall depth, along with a slightly darker profile. Vinous Media: The 2016 Opus One has turned out beautifully. Call it a hat trick: Opus One knocks it out of the park with three excellent, if very different, takes on the the last string of vintages: 2015, 20. Lisa Perrotti: Brown for Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate : A blend of 77.5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Petit Verdot, 8% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc and 1.5% Malbec, the Opus One 2016 Proprietary Red Wine was recently bottled in July and August 2018. Needs at least three to five years to come together. Full-bodied yet linear and very refined with a very persistent finish. 2016 Opus One Napa Valley, USA Avg Price (ex-tax) 449 / 750ml Critic tasting note: The nose is elegant, spicy and offers power, a beautiful finesse and. James Suckling:Fantastic aromas that are complex and complete with blackcurrants, blueberries and herbs, such as basil and bay leaf. Harmonious and lively, the flavors linger to create an enduring finish with touches of dark chocolate and espresso.Ĭomposition:Cabernet Sauvignon 77%, Petit Verdot 8%, Merlot 8%, Cabernet Franc 5%, and Malbec 2% Opus One is a blend of 95 Cabernet Sauvignon and 5 Merlot and is aged for 18 months in French barrels (100 new) and then another 18 months in bottle before. Juicy flavors of black cherry, blackberry and cassis flood the palate and creamy, fine-grained tannins deliver a delightfully round structure. Elegant notes of violets, white pepper and rose petals follow and together they deliver a very seductive bouquet. A blend of 77.5 Cabernet Sauvignon, 8 Petit Verdot, 8 Merlot, 5 Cabernet Franc and 1.5 Malbec, the Opus One 2016 Proprietary Red Wine was recently bottled. The initial bouquet is augmented by more nuanced notes of sage, rosemary, and black olive. 399 / 750ml Red - Bold and Structured 4.5 from 15 User Ratings 95 / 100 from 7 Critic Reviews Producer tasting notes: 'The Opus One 2018 offers profuse aromas of blackberry, cassis and black cherry. 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. Built for elegance rather than power, it epitomizes the potential of Napa to produce wines of polish, refinement and elegance, even in an environment where power is valued more. The much-anticipated 2016 Vintage Opus One sees this Napa Valley icon at the top of its game.
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